Manufacturing Chemical Operator - Lebanon API

Role Summary

The Manufacturing Chemical Operator for Lebanon API will be responsible for the production of API molecules at Lilly’s startup greenfield site, upholding a safety-first, quality-always mindset while running a production process that includes a wide range of unit operations. This role supports the startup and early GMP operations, collaborating with maintenance, technical support, and cross-functional teams to build processes and systems for GMP manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements at all times.
• Support the execution of the production plan for the site.
• Carry out daily monitoring testing and cleaning duties to ensure equipment and systems are in good operating condition and maintained per regulatory requirements.
• Understand Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) requirements and apply Safety/Process Safety standards to execute GMP duties.
• Understand other area processes and their operational hazards and react appropriately.
• Monitor and collect data on equipment use and performance to anticipate potential reliability problems.
• Work with Maintenance and Technical Support to respond to potential production upsets or equipment failures.
• Contact appropriate personnel if there is a problem or event (spill/deviation/incident) during processing.
• Communicate with other shifts regarding the status of area operations and handover details.
• Participate in daily shift huddles/meetings to understand and set daily operational goals.
• Participate in 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).
• Follow cGMP practices, safe work habits, dress code, hygiene standards, and housekeeping requirements specific to the work area.
• Use company-supplied personal protective equipment (PPE) for long periods as required.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Required: Legally authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship expected).
• Required: Completion of Post Offer Exam or Work Simulation if applicable.
• Preferred: Previous experience in facility/area start-up environments.
• Preferred: Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing with PSM-regulated/hazardous chemicals; strong understanding of FDA guidelines and cGMP.
• Preferred: Strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize; knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Preferred: Emergency Response Experience; Indiana State or IFSAC Certification – Fire 1, Hazmat Technician; effective communication skills; basic computer skills.

Skills

• Strong communication (written and verbal) and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to understand technical nomenclature and mathematical concepts; proficiency with desktop software.
• Analytical thinking with ability to monitor equipment data and troubleshoot issues.
• Manual material handling capability; ability to bend, reach, climb ladders, and work in tight spaces.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts and flexible schedules during startup; overtime as required.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts.
• Ability to work flexible schedules during startup period.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• May require short-term domestic or international assignment (1–6 months) to train and certify on processes; possible short travel (<1 month) to support equipment testing.