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Organization Overview:
Lilly is entering an exciting period of growth and we are committed to delivering innovative medicines to patients around the world. Lilly is investing over $1 billion to create a new state-of-the-art manufacturing site, in Concord, North Carolina. The brand-new facility will utilize the latest technology to increase the company's manufacturing capacity in parenteral (injectable) medications, device assembly and packaging operations. This is an exciting once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help build and operate a new site. The Lilly Concord site will be built using the latest high-tech equipment, advanced highly integrated and automated manufacturing systems, and have a focus on minimizing the impact to our environment. This is an opportunity you don’t want to miss!
We are currently hiring for Process Engineers for our new Concord, NC site!
Responsibilities: As the Process Engineer, you will be supporting and managing state of the lines crucial to Lilly's supply chain. This role will be part of the Concord Site Engineering team responsible for the delivery and stewardship of the lines.
Key Objectives/Deliverables:
-Take overall responsibility for the safe design and safe operation of the equipment within the area.
-Provide engineering expertise as active member of area process team. Obtain technical expertise of equipment and processes in area of responsibility.
-Establish & monitor/trend control systems as tool for verifying and optimizing equipment performance.
Lead troubleshooting efforts to resolve more difficult equipment and operational problems.
Respond to and implement customer requests related to the equipment.
Communicate effectively with others, especially process team members, customers, engineering tech, and crafts personnel.
Provide oversight to Maintenance Tech/Engineering Tech(s) that support the area.
Evaluate all activities for impact on qualified state of equipment and utilize appropriate tools/processes as necessary (change control, hold, etc.).
Responsible for system/component classification and maintenance strategy for equipment. Implement corrections, corrective actions, and countermeasures arising from CAPA’s. Participate in Periodic Reviews for equipment.
Lead or participate in IQ/OQ/PQ activities (including commissioning activities of new equipment or areas).
Develop scope for capital projects targeted at both short and longer term needs. Act as user representative for capital projects or delivery agent for local projects.
Coordinate with site/corporate asset management personnel to replicate improvements and assure alignment of maintenance and other equipment activities. Identify and drive improvement opportunities (procedural changes, upgrades, projects, etc.) associated with equipment within the area.
Compare equipment performance data with that of other operations to determine areas of opportunity.
Continuously monitor external technology, innovation trends and industry best practices, and critically evaluate their applicability and value for Lilly’s manufacturing and parenteral operations Goals/objectives should target world-class levels of operation for safety, quality and customer service.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Technology, Life Science.
Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals.
Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in automation machine control, process control, or equivalent work experience in a related field.
Additional Skills/Preferences:
Previous experience in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing.
Knowledge of GMP’s and pharmaceutical manufacturing Excellent verbal and written communications skills Ability to apply statistical thinking concepts to the analysis of manufacturing problems.
Demonstrated expertise in one or more automation platforms, preferable Rockwell Automation Systems.
Significant experience and strong problem-solving skills in measurements, control (process and/or manufacturing), control systems, integration, and data.
Ability to manage people and projects to deliver a common set of objectives
Additional Information -Expectation that the position will be based out of Concord, North Carolina -8-hour days - Monday through Friday, overtime and some weekend/holiday may be required for project support. -Must be able to stand and work on the production floor for extended durations and lift materials weighing up to 50 lbs. -Travel: Domestic and International travel may be required, up to 25% during site start-up
-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.
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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$66,000 - $149,600
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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