Lead Specialist - Operations Training (Nights)

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Position Description: 

The Operations Training Specialist will support start up activities required to bring the area into service which include aseptic isolator barrier filling. They will become the experts within their assigned area and educate their team on the proper operation of the facility. The Operations Training Specialist will be directly involved with the design, creation, and implementation of training programs for Parenteral operations (Filling). This position will have the opportunity to provide continuous improvement initiatives and strive to create the most effective/efficient training environment. The position will be involved with the evaluation of existing employees as well as the onboarding/upskilling of new hires in both the startup phase and commercial production. This role will be responsible for ensuring continuous supply of our medicines by, creating and executing against training schedules for operations personnel in the Parenteral Operations department. 

Key Objectives/Deliverables: 

Integrity 

• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, exemplifying safe working practices, and 
being accountable for supporting HSE goals. Support Safety Training for Ops (e.g. Safe Start) 
• Set a good example through demonstrated knowledge of procedures, compliance with quality 
systems, and teaching of proper techniques. 

Excellence 

• Develop innovative strategies to drive accelerated competency of new hires. 
• Responsible for administering technical training and ensuring all operators are trained to perform tasks. 
• Coordinate daily on-the-job training for the shift. 
• Conduct, Evaluate OJT for Qualification. 
• Coordinate one-off training for individuals returning from LOA. 
• Author revisions for Ops SOPs. 
• Assist with Periodic Review of SOPs (and other Training Material Validation). 
• Act as a Delegate in Success Factors (view training completion status). 
• Work with network partners to determine/implement best practices. 
• Serve as Ops SME on Area Tours.

​Requirements (Education, Experience, Training): 

• Minimum education: High School Diploma or GED 
• Ability to effectively communicate (electronically, written and verbal) 
• Computer proficiency (desktop software, MS office). 
Preferred attributes but not required: 
• STEM degree or certifications 
• Previous experience in a formalized teaching or training environment 
• Pharmaceutical, medical device or food processing industries 
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs) 
• Experience in operations or manufacturing environments. 
• Aseptic filling, single use assemblies, isolator technology. 
• Automated, semi-automated, and/or manual visual inspection process. 
• Manufacturing Execution Systems and electronic batch release. 
• Continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma methodologies) 
• Highly automated filling equipment

Basic Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED
Ability to effectively communicate (electronically, written and verbal)
Flexibility - the ability to troubleshoot and triage challenges
Computer proficiency (desktop software, MS office).
 

Additional Skills/Preferences:

Leadership and the ability to train / educate team members
Willingness to travel
Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs)
Previous experience working in operations/pharmaceutical industry
Previous experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems and electronic batch release.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
 

Additional Information

Ability to wear safety equipment (glasses, shoes, gloves, etc)
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.
 

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the job requirements at the time it was prepared.  The job requirements of any position may change over time and may include additional responsibilities not specifically described in the job description. For GMP purposes, the job description should be updated for significant changes.  As always, you should consult with your supervisor regarding your actual job responsibilities and any related duties that may be required for the position.

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Lilly is proud to offer market-competitive employee benefits designed to empower you to live your best life.  Employees may elect medical, prescription drug, dental and/or vision coverage for you and your family in one of two health plan options, enjoy best-in-class mental health support, and concierge services for orthopedic, cardiovascular, fertility care, and LGBTQ health navigation. We also support well-being with a fitness membership, health coaching, and wellness activities at no additional cost. Our retirement benefits are designed to help our employees feel secure in their financial future by including a defined benefit pension, a 401(k) match, and retiree medical coverage. We provide life and disability insurance for peace of mind and protection for you and your loved ones and paid time-off benefits to support you in life’s moments that matter including personal illness, caregiver, bereavement, and other family needs, in addition to annual paid vacation and holidays.  Lilly reserves the right to terminate or modify company-provided benefits at any time in its discretion. The company compensation structures are aligned to the location of hire. The United States pay range and benefits offering do not apply to any location outside of the United States.

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Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location.  The anticipated wage for this position is

$25.96 - $38.08

Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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