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Operator - Device Assembly & Packaging - FDE (Fixed Duration Employment) - $3,000 Sign-on Bonus - Starting at $22/hour + Benefits - Night/Day Shift

Eli Lilly and Company
Indianapolis, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 28 Apr 2026
💰 $68,000/yr($34,000/yr$68,000/yr)

About the role

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

Company Overview:

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our 39,000 employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. #WeAreLilly

Organization Overview:

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our 39,000 employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. #WeAreLilly

Position Brand Description:

The Operator will work in the Indianapolis Device Assembly and Packaging plant where Lilly products for domestic and international markets are assembled and packaged.  The primary purpose of the job is to assemble and package products.

Key Objectives/Deliverables:

  • Adhere to IDAP Site safety policies and procedures and contribute to a safe work environment.
  • Setup and operations of equipment in assembly, labeling, and packaging areas.
  • Adhere to standard operating procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices to ensure quality of product.
  • Document process steps on appropriate batch documentation.
  • Attain and maintain qualification for the operation of assigned process equipment and duties in the area.
  • Identify opportunities for operational improvements.
  • Proactively monitor documentation and product quality, properly documenting all activity and reporting issues to supervision.

Minimum Requirements:

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Completion of Work Simulation and Must pass a “fitness for duty” physical exam, which includes safely lifting up to or more than 20 lbs.
  • Sponsorship: Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1.

Additional Preferences:

  • Ability to demonstrate attention to detail.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Basic computer skills, with the capability to learn in more detail.
  • Excellent documentation skills.
  • Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals.
  • Experience with cGMP environment.
  • Strong ability to multitask.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Curiosity and technical abilities/troubleshooting.

Additional Details:

  • Manufacturing has multiple shifts. Most are 12-hours, operating on a 3-2-2-3 schedule.
  • This specific role is hiring for both day and night shifts.
  • Please note- Initial training may require the candidate to work a different schedule for a period of time, before moving to their permanent shift. (e.g. 5 days x 8 hours, 4 days x 10 hours, etc.)
  • Some overtime work maybe required.
  • Some of the products in manufacturing operations are known allergens and consequently, a post offer allergy test may be required.
  • Employees are required to wear safety equipment (safety glasses, safety shoes, protective gloves, etc.)
  • Training provided to move materials around with manual pallet jack, a motorized walkie-stacker pallet jack, and a motorized pallet jack

Education Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED.

Other Information:

  • This position is not pe

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