Lead Technician - Packaging (Day Shift)

Eli Lilly and Company • Research Triangle Park, NC

5d • $26 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Line Leader will be a key part of the Packaging team at RTP, where autoinjector devices are assembled. Line Leader will be responsible for the safe operation of highly automated equipment producing products of the highest quality serving Lilly patients worldwide. In addition, Line Leader will also be responsible for leadership, daily operations, development of operators, building technical autonomy, ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, and ensuring resources are scheduled accordingly per the daily production plan.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1-3 years experience in Manufacturing
• Previous experience in operations or directly supporting a pharmaceutical manufacturing operation.
• Ability to work 12-hour days on rotating shift.
• Ability to work overtime as required
• 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.
• Ability to wear safety equipment (safety glasses, safety shoes, protective gloves etc.)

Nice To Haves

• Previous Line Lead experience preferred.
• Previous experience with highly automated equipment.
• Previous experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems and electronic batch release.
• Demonstrated leadership & persuasion skills.
• Affinity for mastering technical concepts.
• Solid understanding of FDA guidelines and CGMP standards.
• Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal).
• Flexibility and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills (desktop software) are required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to RTP Plant safety policies and procedures, contribute to a safe work environment.
• Setup and operate highly automated equipment in the Device Assembly area.
• Provide leadership on manufacturing floor ensuring high level of safety, quality, and productivity to maintain reliable supply of products to patients.
• 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.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvements.
• Proactively monitor documentation and product quality, properly documenting all activities and reporting issues to supervision.
• Assist Supervisor in development and performance evaluations of shift operators.
• Key liaison between operations and support functions.
• Lead by example of Safety first & Quality always.
• Operate the equipment and lead 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.
• Acts as back-up in Shift Supervisor absence.

Benefits

• company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance)
• company-sponsored 401(k)
• pension
• vacation benefits
• 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
• well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED