Associate Director - Parenteral Operations & Process

Company: Eli Lilly
Location: Fairland
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

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 35,000 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. 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 39,000 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. #WeAreLilly Position Brand Description:The Manager in Indy Parenteral Operations is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day production activities of their operational area as well as planning for the 3-6 month horizon. They are expected to lead by example and provide coaching to others in the areas of safety, quality, sterility assurance, and continuous improvement. The Manager is also responsible for leading their respective process team per Lilly standards for operational excellence. Key Objectives/Deliverables:

• Managers are responsible for a work force of approximately 40 - 70 individuals on various shifts.
• The Manager has various members of supervision and in some cases have contractors reporting directly to them. Their responsibilities include the training and development of their reports and area supervisors through the PM process as well as education of operators on the technical aspects of product manufacturing / packaging.
• Ensure consistency of operations across shift through active engagement on the shop floor and through Practice vs. Procedure
• Provide leadership and develop objectives to meet production goals as it relates to production, financial, safety, quality, stewardship, and people.
• Maintain metrics to measure performance against business objectives and make necessary changes to improve performance.
• Participates in the development and implementation of strategies and processes associated with the area, such as process monitoring, root cause analysis, product protection, sterility assurance, etc.
• The Manager functions as a primary contact for other areas such as Planning, HR, TS/MS, Quality Assurance, Engineering and Environmental/Safety issues
• This role has direct interaction with Regulatory Agencies during Site Inspections.
• Responsible for leading the Operations Process Team, a cross functional group charged with making medicine, continuous improvement, and site support.
• Understand and influence the manufacturing control strategy for their area
• Represent their process team on the plant flow team.Additional Preferences:
  • Previous demonstration of strong leadership skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Understanding of Statistical Process Control and 6 Sigma concepts
  • Solid understanding of quality and corporate policies
  • Solid understanding of the importance of and basic requirements of Regulatory agencies such as the FDA, EMEA, OSHA and EPA
  • Comprehension of operational excellence
  • Demonstrated solid judgment and initiative
  • Enthusiastic, positive attitude, and flexible
  • Previous experience in operations or directly supporting operations (practical operational knowledge)
  • Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals.
  • Previous experience in aseptic operations
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
  • Previous experience in supervisionBasic Qualifications:
    • Bachelors degree in STEM discipline
    • 5 years of experienceOther Information:
      • Ability to wear safety equipment (safety glasses, safety shoes, protective gloves, respirator, etc.)
      • Some allergens are present in the parenteral plant. Exposure to allergens should be considered when applying for this position.
      • Some travel may be required (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 ( Lilly_Recruiting_Compliance@lists.lilly.com ) 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. As a condition of employment with Eli Lilly and Company and its subsidiaries in the United States and Puerto Rico, you must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination satisfactory to the company (subject to applicable law). #WeAreLillyRequired
        Preferred

        Job Industries

        • Warehouse & Production

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