Manufacturing Chemical Operator - Lebanon API

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Lilly is constructing an advanced manufacturing facility for production of API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) molecules located in Lebanon, IN. This facility is Lilly’s largest investment in manufacturing capacity and is intended to provide APIs for current and future products, including new modalities. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the startup team for a greenfield manufacturing site. The successful candidate will help build processes and facility to enable a successful startup into GMP manufacturing operations.

Operators for API manufacturing operations are directly responsible for the production of API molecules used in Lilly medicines. Operators will uphold a safety‑first, quality‑always mindset in the production of API while running a production process that a wide range of unit operations. Roles will be fluid and dynamic as we support project delivery, build a new organization, develop and implement the necessary systems and business processes required to support GMP operations, and build the site culture.

• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements at all times.
• Support execution of the production plan for the site.
• Carry out daily monitoring, testing, and cleaning duties as assigned to ensure equipment and systems are in good operating condition and are maintained in accordance with local and corporate regulatory requirements.
• Understand Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) requirements and the application of Health & Safety/Process Safety standards in order to execute GMP duties.
• Understand other area processes & their operational hazards and react appropriately.
• Monitor and collect data on equipment use and performance to anticipate potential equipment reliability problems.
• Work with Maintenance and Technical Support to respond appropriately to potential production upsets or equipment failure.
• Contact the appropriate help if there is a problem or an event (spill, deviation, incident) during processing.
• Communicate with other shifts regarding the status of area operations and details of any issues/problems that have occurred at handover.
• Participate in daily shift huddles/meetings to understand and set expectations for daily operational goals.
• Actively participate in assigned building & area operations such as safety audits, procedure coordination, housekeeping, and improvement projects.
• Be trained and qualified on all specified unit operations within the building.
• Identify concerns for informal or formal discussion (shift meetings, safety representative).
• Know and follow cGMP practices, safe work habits, plant dress code, hygiene standards, and housekeeping requirements unique to the work area and job classification.
• Must be able to use specified company supplied personal protective equipment (PPE) for long periods of time.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H‑1B or TN status) for this employment position.
• Completion of Post Offer Exam or Completion of Work Simulation if applicable.

• 3+ years chemical processing experience or equivalent comparable manufacturing experience.
• Previous experience in facility/area start‑up environments.
• Previous experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing operation with PSM‑regulated/hazardous chemicals.
• Solid understanding of FDA guidelines and cGMP requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle and prioritize multiple requests.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Flexibi…