Lead Operator, Hybrid Operations - Lilly Medicine Foundry

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to improve people’s lives worldwide. This role supports start‑up activities to bring manufacturing equipment into service and later provides on‑the‑floor leadership for the production of API molecules. Job Position Overview The Lilly Medicine Foundry Manufacturing Lead Operator will become an expert in their assigned area and educate the team on proper operation of the facility. The role requires domestic and international travel to collaborate, train, and learn from sites that produce APIs. Upon completion of the project phase, the Lead Operator ensures a safety‑first, quality‑always approach while managing a production process that encompasses diverse unit operations and manufacturing skills. Responsibilities Enforce adherence to compliance requirements (safety, quality, and environmental) and appropriately escalating any adverse events. Operate processes and equipment according to batch records, user manuals, design parameters, standard operating procedures, and work instructions to meet production schedules. Provide on‑the‑floor leadership to make tactical day‑to‑day decisions and ensure proper prioritization of operational resources throughout the shift. Ensure completion of daily monitoring, testing, and cleaning duties to keep equipment and systems in good operating condition and maintain regulatory compliance. Serve as a cultural leader for site safety culture, promoting compliant operations and positive safety behaviors. Lead by example and promote accountability at all levels. Provide technical leadership for troubleshooting and reaction to process upsets, integrating operator input and escalating as appropriate. Follow all applicable procedures for safety event reporting and documentation, including spill response, escalation, and emergency response as needed. Ensure effective communication at shift passovers and participate in daily shift huddles/meetings to set expectations for operational goals. Ensure all area personnel follow cGMP practices, safe work habits, plant dress code, hygiene standards, and housekeeping requirements unique to the work area and job classification. Partner with area management and supervision to understand Foundry strategy and future production needs, representing and supporting this strategy in conversations with shift members. Actively participate in building and area operations such as safety audits, procedure coordination, housekeeping, and continuous improvement projects. Use specified company‑supplied personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. Basic Requirements HS Diploma/GED. 3+ years of directly applicable manufacturing experience; GMP and/or chemical processing strongly preferred. 2 years of direct leadership/supervisory experience required. API experience required. Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Lilly will not sponsor visas or work authorizations for this role. Additional Skills/Preferences Experience in facility or area start‑up environments. Experience in a pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing operation involving PSM‑regulated or hazardous chemicals. Solid understanding of FDA guidelines and cGMP requirements. Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle and prioritize multiple requests. Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles. Flexibility to troubleshoot and triage challenges effectively. Ability to understand technical nomenclature and language, including work with mathematical formulas. Effective communication skills (electronic, written, and verbal). Basic computer skills (desktop software) required. Additional Information Location: U.S., Lebanon, IN – Lilly Medicine Foundry Operations, initial location in Indianapolis, IN during pre‑startup phase. Travel: 5% Must be able to work a 12‑hour rotating shift. May be required to provide support outside normal working hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities. If you require accommodation to submit a resume, please complete the accommodation request form here . Any other correspondence will not receive a response. Lilly is 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. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups. Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $25.96 – $41.25 per hour. Full‑time equivalent employees are also eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including 401(k) sponsorship, pension, vacation benefits, medical, dental, vision, prescription drug benefits, flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day‑care flexible spending accounts), life insurance, death benefits, certain time‑off and leave of absence benefits, and well‑being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion; Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of employees.

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