Reliability Engineering Technician - Lilly Medicine Foundry

At Lilly, we are looking for a Reliability Engineering Technician to support predictive maintenance and equipment reliability at the Lilly Medicine Foundry in Lebanon, Indiana.

Organization and Position Overview

The Lilly Medicine Foundry is a $4.5 billion investment creating a new center that combines research and manufacturing in a single location. It will enable faster development of clinical‑trial medicines and reduce costs.

Responsibilities

• Execute predictive maintenance routes, including vibration analysis, ultrasound, thermal imaging, and oil sampling.
• Execute precision lubrication activities across manufacturing and utility assets, including lubricant application, re‑greasing, and oil top‑offs in compliance with OEM specifications and site lubrication standards to extend asset life and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Apply precision maintenance techniques such as laser shaft alignment, belt and sheave alignment, torque and tolerance verification in accordance with OEM specifications and site procedures, documenting all findings and completed work in GMARS.
• Analyze equipment condition data to identify anomalies, degradation trends, and failure precursors; accelerate findings with recommended corrective actions.
• Support root cause failure analysis (RCFA) for critical and recurring equipment failures; track corrective actions to closure in GMARS.
• Review and optimize preventive maintenance job plans, frequencies, and task content based on performance data and reliability analysis.
• Maintain accurate records of all PdM activities, findings, and work orders in GMARS, including asset data, failure codes, and labor hours.
• Communicate equipment health status to maintenance, engineering, and operations teams; coordinate reliability‑driven work across functions.
• Produce clear reports summarizing PdM program performance and overall equipment health.
• Provide field troubleshooting support as needed, including outside normal business hours.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of trade experience, or an associate degree from a Technical Vocational College.
• Hands‑on experience with condition monitoring technologies (vibration, thermography, ultrasound).
• Experience with precision maintenance practices.
• Working knowledge of rotating equipment, utilities, and manufacturing assets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and the ability to learn site‑specific software systems, including CMMS platforms and data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of CMMS functionalities, workflows, and utilization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and communicate technical findings clearly.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Lilly will not sponsor visas or work authorization.

Additional Preferences

• Teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Communication across functional areas.
• Computer skills (business applications).
• Level 2 vibration analysis.
• Level 1 oil analysis.
• Level 1 thermography.
• Level 1 ultrasonic.
• Familiarity with RCM methodologies and applications.
• SMRP certification (CMRP and/or CMRT).
• Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems typical for a chemical manufacturing plant.

Additional Information

• Role is permanently based at the Lilly Medicine Foundry in Lebanon, Indiana.
• Supports a 24/7 operation; flexibility for off‑hours support is required.
• PPE is required when working in manufacturing areas.

Compensation and Benefits

Wages are $33.89 – $49.71 per hour. Full‑time employees may be eligible for a company bonus, 401(k), pension, vacation, medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and other benefits.

EEO and Diversity Statement

Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce and offers accommodations for applicants who need them. (Review the accommodation request form at