Lead Operator, Mixed Modality

Eli Lilly and Company

. Support start-up activities to bring manufacturing equipment into service .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeLebanon • United StatesSenior💰 $27 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in API production and compliance with cGMP and FDA guidelines, while providing tactical leadership and fostering a safety-first culture in manufacturing environments. Capable of troubleshooting, prioritizing operational resources, and effectively communicating across teams.

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API ExperienceCGMP ComplianceLeadership/Supervisory ExperienceLean Manufacturing PrinciplesTroubleshooting Skills

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing ExperienceGMP KnowledgeChemical ProcessingTechnical Nomenclature UnderstandingMathematical Formula Application

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Personal Protective EquipmentBatch RecordsSOPs

Certifications & Qualifications

HS Diploma/GED

Industry Keywords

API ProductionSafety ComplianceEnvironmental RequirementsPSM-Regulated ChemicalsPharmaceutical Manufacturing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support start-up activities to bring manufacturing equipment into service
Become an expert in the assigned area and educate the team on proper facility operation
Travel domestically and internationally to collaborate, train, and learn from API-producing sites
Provide on-the-floor tactical leadership for API molecule production after the project phase
Support the team, follow instructions, assist with troubleshooting, collaborate cross-functionally, and uphold safety-first, quality-always standards
Enforce compliance with safety, quality, and environmental requirements and escalate adverse events
Operate processes and equipment according to batch records, manuals, design parameters, SOPs, and work instructions
Make tactical day-to-day decisions and prioritize operational resources during the shift
Ensure daily monitoring, testing, and cleaning of equipment and systems
Promote site safety culture, compliant operations, positive safety behaviors, and accountability
Provide technical leadership during troubleshooting and process upsets
Follow safety event reporting, spill response, issue escalation, and emergency response procedures
Ensure effective shift passovers and participate in daily shift huddles and meetings
Ensure personnel follow cGMP practices, safe work habits, dress code, hygiene, and housekeeping requirements
Partner with management and supervision on Foundry strategy and future production needs
Participate in safety audits, procedure coordination, housekeeping, and continuous improvement projects
Use required company-supplied personal protective equipment

Requirements

What you’ll need

HS Diploma/GED
3+ years of directly applicable manufacturing experience; GMP and/or chemical processing strongly preferred
2 years of direct leadership/supervisory experience required
API experience required
Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas
Previous experience in facility or area start-up environments preferred
Previous experience in pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing involving PSM-regulated or hazardous chemicals preferred
Solid understanding of FDA guidelines and cGMP requirements
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple requests
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
Ability to troubleshoot and triage challenges effectively
Ability to understand technical nomenclature and language and work with mathematical formulas
Ability to communicate electronically, in writing, and verbally
Basic computer skills
Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift
May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company bonus, depending in part on company and individual performance
Company-sponsored 401(k)
Pension
Vacation benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits
Healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts
Life insurance and death benefits
Certain time off and leave of absence benefits
Well-being benefits, including employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities
Employee resource groups open to all employees