Lab Operations Manager
Eli Lilly and Company
August 31, 2026
On-site
Indianapolis, IN
Operations
Key Responsibilities:
- Proactively maintain lab supplies and consumables inventory; monitor consumption, support forecasting and capacity planning, interact with vendors, and manage delivery areas.
- Support SMDD capital purchasing: facilitate capital project identification, prioritization, and submission.
- Partner with maintenance and equipment teams to ensure equipment is installed, qualified, maintained, and repaired efficiently.
- Support laboratory instrument system owners; guide connecting new instruments to data management systems.
- Standardize material cold storage (refrigerators/freezers) using best practices for inventory management, alarm response, and storage; oversee routine defrosting/cleanouts.
- Serve on the SMDD safety committee: facilitate lab inspections and reporting, lead periodic lab cleanouts/housekeeping, handle prior chemical approval/expiration authorizations, and partner with HSE on safety initiatives.
- Manage vendor interfaces; serve as single point of contact for lab glassware and lab waste removal across SMDD labs.
- Identify and implement opportunities to increase lab efficiency (equipment utilization, sample handling).
- Translate operational challenges into actionable goals and deadlines for scientists.
- Use working knowledge of IT infrastructure/software relevant to the role; troubleshoot basic issues and adapt to new systems.
Minimum Requirements:
- BS in a science/technical field with 4+ years’ Biotech/Pharmaceutical experience (or HS Diploma with 8+ years’ equivalent experience).
- Ability to work with laboratory personnel, contractors, vendors, and management.
Additional Preferences:
- 2+ years direct lab management experience; experience in lab setup, lab management, procurement, and inventory management.
- Ability to influence beyond formal reporting lines; customer-focused; strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong computer skills (e.g., MS Excel, Edge, PowerPoint, Word) to compile, summarize, and present information.
Additional Information:
- Possible exposure to chemicals, allergens, and loud noises.
- No travel outside the Indianapolis area.
Benefits/Compensation:
- Anticipated wage: $65,250 - $148,500.
- Full-time employees may be eligible for company bonus and a comprehensive benefits program including 401(k), pension, vacation, medical/dental/vision, flexible benefits, life insurance, time off/leave, and well-being benefits.
Application Instructions:
- If you need accommodation to submit a resume, complete the workplace accommodation request form: https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation
- Proactively maintain lab supplies and consumables inventory; monitor consumption, support forecasting and capacity planning, interact with vendors, and manage delivery areas.
- Support SMDD capital purchasing: facilitate capital project identification, prioritization, and submission.
- Partner with maintenance and equipment teams to ensure equipment is installed, qualified, maintained, and repaired efficiently.
- Support laboratory instrument system owners; guide connecting new instruments to data management systems.
- Standardize material cold storage (refrigerators/freezers) using best practices for inventory management, alarm response, and storage; oversee routine defrosting/cleanouts.
- Serve on the SMDD safety committee: facilitate lab inspections and reporting, lead periodic lab cleanouts/housekeeping, handle prior chemical approval/expiration authorizations, and partner with HSE on safety initiatives.
- Manage vendor interfaces; serve as single point of contact for lab glassware and lab waste removal across SMDD labs.
- Identify and implement opportunities to increase lab efficiency (equipment utilization, sample handling).
- Translate operational challenges into actionable goals and deadlines for scientists.
- Use working knowledge of IT infrastructure/software relevant to the role; troubleshoot basic issues and adapt to new systems.
Minimum Requirements:
- BS in a science/technical field with 4+ years’ Biotech/Pharmaceutical experience (or HS Diploma with 8+ years’ equivalent experience).
- Ability to work with laboratory personnel, contractors, vendors, and management.
Additional Preferences:
- 2+ years direct lab management experience; experience in lab setup, lab management, procurement, and inventory management.
- Ability to influence beyond formal reporting lines; customer-focused; strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong computer skills (e.g., MS Excel, Edge, PowerPoint, Word) to compile, summarize, and present information.
Additional Information:
- Possible exposure to chemicals, allergens, and loud noises.
- No travel outside the Indianapolis area.
Benefits/Compensation:
- Anticipated wage: $65,250 - $148,500.
- Full-time employees may be eligible for company bonus and a comprehensive benefits program including 401(k), pension, vacation, medical/dental/vision, flexible benefits, life insurance, time off/leave, and well-being benefits.
Application Instructions:
- If you need accommodation to submit a resume, complete the workplace accommodation request form: https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation