Operator Formulation/Prep

Role Summary

The Operator Formulation/Prep is part of the Formulation/Prep Operations at Lilly’s Indianapolis Parenteral Manufacturing site. The role manufactures and fills injectable parenteral products for domestic and international markets and supports a best-in-class, global production line with advanced technologies. Operators will learn transferable skills from a global team and support current and upcoming products within a 24x7 operation. Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Ensure strict compliance with established policies/procedures (Safety, Production Procedures, Sanitization, Gowning, Etc.) and complete training and qualifications to stay current and qualified to perform the job.
• Adhere to Parenteral Plant safety policies and procedures, contributing to a safe work environment.
• Perform sanitizations in classified areas to maintain the sterility of the area, operation, and product.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices to ensure quality of product.
• Document process steps on appropriate batch documentation following Good Documentation Practices.
• Set up and perform operation tasks in both aseptic and non-aseptic processes.
• Prep equipment for the filling line to use in the filling process.
• Formulate drug products to be filled into syringes on the filling line.
• Teardown and wash equipment used on the filling line.
• Pre- and post-test filters used during drug product runs as well as filters used on canisters for equipment.
• Must be able to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing tasks.

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma/GED
• Required: Minimum 3 Years of Manufacturing Experience
• Required: Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not sponsor work authorization or visas.
• Preferred: Technical Certificate
• Preferred: Commitment to Team Success
• Preferred: Commitment to Working Safely
• Preferred: Mechanical Aptitude is a plus
• Preferred: Hands-on-experience with tools and equipment is a plus
• Preferred: Ability to demonstrate attention to detail
• Preferred: Basic math skills
• Preferred: Basic computer skills, with capability to learn in more detail
• Preferred: Excellent documentation skills
• Preferred: Completion of Post Offer Exam or Completion of Work Simulation, if applicable
• Preferred: Military experience is a strong asset. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Additional Requirements

• Shift varies with areas to support 24x7 operations
• 8-hour days for training
• Transition to permanent day shift position as schedule progresses forward
• 12-hour Days (3-2-2-3) permanent shift
• Some overtime work may be required
• Some products in Parenteral Operations are known allergens and consequently, a post offer allergy test may be required