Operator Formulation/Prep

Company: Eli Lilly and Company
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: March 2, 2026

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 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 believe in the talent of our workforce. One of the best ways to utilize and develop that talent is to use our existing workforce to fill new and/or open positions. If you are looking for a new position within Lilly, you can view and apply to open roles posted in the internal job posting system. You must meet the minimum qualifications outlined in the job description and have/obtain work authorization in the country where the position is located in order to be considered. When applying internally for a position, your current supervisor will receive notification that you have applied for the position. We encourage employees to discuss the opportunity with their supervisor prior to applying. Path/Level: B1-B3 The annual base salary for this position in country = United States of America ranges from: $36,000.00 - $90,000.00 USD The job profiles on this job requisition are: Manufacturing-Process-B1-Prod Oper, Manufacturing-Process-B2-Prod Oper, Manufacturing-Process-B3-2-Prod Oper, Manufacturing-Process-B3-Prod Oper Note: Roles are posted at the lowest level of a band, however, employees should search across all levels of the band to identify all opportunities. Employees hired on banded positions (ex: P1-P3, R1-R2, B1-B3, etc.) transfer at their current level, despite the level indicated on the job posting. For example, if a P2 candidate is selected for a P1-P3 banded position, the candidate will remain a P2 in the new role. To understand a U.S. role’s salary range, employees should visit the U.S. LillyNow Total Base Pay page or contact HR Solutions. For roles located in Puerto Rico and outside the United States, employees should contact local HR or HR Solutions . Position Brand Description: The Operator will work in the Indianapolis Parenteral Manufacturing site where Parenteral products for domestic and international markets are manufactured. The primary purpose of the job is to manufacture, fill sterile products into syringes, and package product. Position Brand Description: The Formulation/Prep Operations is a key part of the Operations team in Lilly’s Indianapolis Parenteral Manufacturing site. We manufacture and fill injectable parenteral products in state-of-the-art facilities to supply patients around the world. This position will work in a building with a best-in-class, global production line. Operators will work with advanced industry technologies. Operators will learn transferable skills from a global team and support key current and upcoming company products. Key Objectives/Deliverables: Operator Objectives Ensure strict compliance with established policies/procedures (Safety, Production Procedures, Sanitization, Gowning, Etc.) Completion of training and qualifications to stay current and qualified to perform job. Adhere to Parenteral Plant safety policies and procedures, contribute to a safe work environment. Perform sanitizations in classified areas to maintain the sterility of the area, operation, and product. Adhere to standard operating procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices to ensure quality of product. Document process steps on appropriate batch documentation following Good Documentation Practices. Set up and perform operations tasks in both aseptic and non-aseptic processes. Prep equipment for the filling line to use in the filling process. Formulate drug products to be filled into syringes on the filling line. Teardown and wash equipment used on the filling line. Pre and Post test filters used during drug product runs as well as filters used on canisters for equipment. Must be able to wear proper Personal protective Equipment (PPE) while performing tasks. Minimum Requirements: High school diploma/GED Minimum 3 Years of Manufacturing Experience 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. Additional Preferences: Technical Certificate Commitment to Team Success Commitment to Working Safely Mechanical Aptitude is a plus Hands-on-experience with tools and equipment is a plus Ability to demonstrate attention to detail Basic math skills Basic computer skills, with capability to learn in more detail Excellent documentation skills Completion of Post Offer Exam or Completion of Work Simulation, if applicable Military experience is a strong asset. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Additional Information: Shift varies with areas to support 24x7 operations 8-hour days for training Transition to permanent day shift position as schedule progresses forward 12-hour Days (3-2-2-3) permanent shift Some overtime work may be required Some of the products in Parenteral Operations are known allergens and consequently, a post offer allergy test may be required. Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form ( https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation ) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response. Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, 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 are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups. Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $17.30 - $38.08 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. WeAreLilly

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