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Lead Operator (Day Shift) – Central Inspection - Full Time

Eli Lilly and Company
Indianapolis, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 25 Jul 2025

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.

Organization Overview:

At Lilly, we serve an extraordinary purpose. We make a difference for people around the globe by discovering, developing and delivering medicines that help them live longer, healthier, more active lives. Not only do we deliver breakthrough medications, but you also can count on us to develop creative solutions to support communities through philanthropy and volunteerism.

Position Brand Description:

To provide line leadership in Parenteral Operations, Central Inspection.  The Lead Operator is responsible for daily operations, development of operators, ensuring compliance with all policies/procedures, and ensuring resources are scheduled accordingly per the production schedule. 

Key Objectives/Deliverables:

  • Ensure strict compliance with established policies/procedures (safety, production procedures, sanitization, gowning, etc.).  Ensure Operators are trained appropriately.
  • Take ownership for implementation of countermeasures associated with audits, observations, inspection findings, and deviations relative to the central inspection area.
  • Participate in planning of inspection operations.  Network with various areas to verify components and equipment are available for future orders.
  • Assist Supervision in development, performance evaluations of operators.
  • Technical Leader on the inspection lines, setting a good example through demonstrated knowledge of procedures, compliance with quality systems, and use of proper technique.  Resource for Operators on the line.
  • When necessary, assist in setup of equipment and inspection of high-quality pharmaceutical filled vial/cartridge utilizing Lilly standards by following good manufacturing practices in controlled facilities.
  • Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely, adhering to parenteral plant safety policies and procedures, and accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals.
  • Adhere to standard operating procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices to ensure quality of product
  • Document process steps on appropriate batch documentation (paper and electronic)
  • Unloading / loading of materials for use in manufacturing areas, storage of material in appropriate storage zones and ASRS (Automated Storage Retrieval System).

Minimum Requirements:

  • High School Diploma / GED
  • Basic computer skills, including the use of HMIs and other computer terminals used to monitor equipment status, document production activities, and the capability to learn in more detail
  • Must pass eye exam and not be color blind.
  • 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.

Additional Preferences:

  • Ability to demonstrate attention to detail
  • Excellent documentation skills
  • Experience with GMPs
  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably pharmaceutical manufacturing experience
  • Certified to operate all types of powered industrial trucks used in Central Inspection.
  • Manual, automated, and semi-automated inspection experience.

Additional Information:

  • 12-hour shifts; day shift, 3-2-2-3 schedule
  • Some overtime work maybe required.
  • Some of the products in Parenteral Operations are known allergens and consequently, a post offer allergy test may be required.

Note: When applying internally for a position your current supervisor receives notification that you have applied to the position. We encourage employees to discuss the opportunity with their supervisor prior to applying.

Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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 emplo

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