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Operations Lead Technician- Visual Inspection (Night Shift)
Operations Lead Technician- Visual Inspection (Night Shift)-March 2024
Durham
Mar 28, 2026
About Operations Lead Technician- Visual Inspection (Night Shift)

  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.

  Responsibilities:

  This position will start on a 12-hour, 2-2-3 rotating day shift schedule (with first several weeks on M-F schedule for onboarding) and is expected to transition to a 12-hour, 2-2-3 rotating night schedule within 6-12 months. Transition to night shift is a requirement for this position.

  During the project phase, the Lead Technician – Visual Inspection will support commissioning/qualificationactivities required to bring automated vision systems into service as well as supporting site operational readiness activities. This role is expected to become a subject matter expert for the visual inspection equipment/process and will be directly involved with training future new hires.

  After project phase completion, this role will be responsible for line leadership, daily operations, development of operators, ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, and ensuring resources are scheduled accordingly per the daily production plan.

  Key Objectives

  Provide commissioning, qualification, and operational readiness support during project phase

  Support Site Leadership to build a diverse and capable site organization by delivering area operational procedures, quality processes and controls for the Parenteral Inspection area

  Provide leadership on manufacturing floor ensuring high level of safety, quality, and productivity to maintain reliable supply of products to patients

  Technical leader: Key resource for troubleshooting and functions as the primary point of contact for issue escalation on the shop floor

  Responsible for administering technical training and ensuring all operators are trained to perform tasks

  Assist Supervisor in development and performance evaluations of shift operators

  Key liaison between operations and support functions

  Lead technicians are “working leaders” by operating the equipment and leading the shift operations as required to meet production schedule

  Assists in checking execution documentation (PMX, SAP, Cleaning Logs, etc.)

  Drives key departmental objectives including improving safety performance, reducing deviations, improving productivity, and training compliance

  Lead Technicians are the back up for the Supervisor

  Basic Requirements:

  High School Diploma or equivalent

  Minimum 2 years relevant experience (education may be substituted for experience with manager discretion)

  Demonstrated leadership skills

  Demonstrated ability to train and coach others

  Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal)

  Flexibility and problem-solving skills

  Basic computer skills (desktop software) are required

  Must Pass a “fitness for duty” physical exam

  Ability to work 12-hour shifts on nights (2-2-3 schedule)

  Ability to work overtime as required

  Ability to travel <5%

  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 Skills/Preferences:

  Scientific/technical degrees or certifications

  Preferred 4+ years relevant experience

  Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs)

  Previous experience working in operations/pharmaceuticalindustry

  Previous experience utilizing automated, semiautomated, and manual inspection equipment and/or processes

  Previous experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems and electronic batch release

  Experience developing procedures or other technical documents

  Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles

  Experience with start-ups or technology transfers

  Demonstrated ability to work through ambiguity

  Additional Information:

  Position may include the opportunity for a short duration assignment in Indianapolis or internationally to establish specific process knowledge, establish global contacts, and provide production support

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

  Eli Lilly and Company, Lilly USA, LLC and our wholly owned subsidiaries (collectively “Lilly”) are committed to help individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at Lilly, please email Lilly Human Resources ( [email protected] ) for further assistance. Please note This email address is intended for use only to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

  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.

  Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and help our company develop talented individuals for future leadership roles. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, African American Network, Chinese Culture Network, Early Career Professionals, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinos at Lilly, PRIDE (LGBTQ + Allies), Veterans Leadership Network, Women’s Network, Working and Living with Disabilities. Learn more about all of our groups.

  #WeAreLilly

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