Apprentice – Mechatronics Maintenance Technician

Eli Lilly and Company; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Eli Lilly and Company seeks Mechatronics Maintenance Apprentices in Durham, NC. This one-year apprenticeship combines hands-on experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing with educational courses, leading to potential conversion to a full-time maintenance technician role. Candidates must be self-driven, willing to follow safety and compliance standards, and able to thrive in a professional environment.

Benefits

Signing bonus for educational costs

Comprehensive company benefits including 401(k)

Potential for conversion to full-time role

Qualifications

• Completion of ongoing education requirements of the apprenticeship.
• Interest in hands-on technical skills and labor-intensive work.
• Self-driven with a high level of ownership.

Responsibilities

• Learn automated equipment performance and production processes.
• Support engineering and maintenance tasks for operational support.
• Document work performed and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Effective communication

Mechanical assembly

Electrical and pneumatic troubleshooting

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.

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.

Lilly RTP is looking for eager individuals excited to get their start in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Lilly is partnering with local community colleges (Wake Tech and Durham Tech) and the NC Life Sciences Apprenticeship Consortium to hire Mechatronics Maintenance Apprentices into our maintenance areas at our new state-of-the-art highly automated facility in Durham, NC. The Apprentice will work as a Lilly employee while simultaneously continuing their education at Wake or Durham Tech. This is a one-year long apprenticeship with the opportunity to be converted to a maintenance technician once all apprenticeship requirements are met. These requirements include completing Mechatronics courses on top of working onsite at Lilly as an apprentice. The cost of the courses and educational materials will be covered in the form of a signing bonus upfront at the start of the program.

Responsibilities:

As theApprentice: Mechatronics Maintenance Technician, you are responsible for learning automated equipment performance, production processes, providing front-line support, and supporting engineering and maintenance tasks for operational support. This position will require the development of expertise in production processes, mechanical assembly, high-precision maintenance, electrical and pneumatic troubleshooting, and automation controls (PLCs and robotics). The Mechatronics Maintenance Apprentice will help ensure that equipment is maintained in a qualified state, can be operated safely, and maintenance is properly performed on the systems.

Key Objectives/Deliverables:

• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and accountable staying in compliance with safety standards and goals.
• Ability to operate in a professional environment with integrity, excellence, and respect for people.
• Perform activities in accordance with cGMPs and applicable procedures.
• Provide rotational support to manufacturing lines within the process area.
• Effectively communicate with all levels to ensure all tasks on the lines are well planned and coordinated with minimal disruption to that area involved.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and in-depth knowledge of high-speed automated production lines.
• Identify opportunities to improve quality using equipment performance data and by assuring maintenance is performed appropriately.
• Working with the process team, including engineers, maintenance, quality, and operations personnel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; proficient at typing and writing technical documents.
• Understand Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and the importance of Preventative Maintenance (PM) programs.
• Provide technical support to operations and maintenance in:
• Understanding the automated processes of equipment.
• Capable of reading mechanical drawings, electrical and pneumatic schematics.
• Able to make fine precision adjustments on mechanical assemblies by using measurement tools (e.g., scales, gauges, dials).
• Able to use industrial tools for mechanical adjustments and modifications.
• Effectively document work performed on the lines and proper execution of return to service activities.
• Comprehension of Controls systems – PLC, HMI, motion controllers, and robotics.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Be able to complete ongoing education requirements of the apprenticeship

Additional Preferences:

• Electronics (AC/DC or Industrial)
• Mechanical (automotive, industrial, construction)
• Pneumatics (industrial, appliances)
• Computer/Automation (programming)
• Effective communication and documentation
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Aptitude for troubleshooting on complex problems and equipment.
• Interested in an active workplace requiring hands-on technical skills and at time could be labor-intensive.
• Self-driven with a high-level of ownership and curiosity.
• Team player that thrives in a diverse cross-functional group setting.
• Professional and courteous towards colleagues and peers.

Additional Information:

• Ability to wear clean-space gowning.
• Ability to wear safety equipment (safety glasses, safety shoes, protective gloves etc.).
• Some allergens may be present in the plant. Mobility requirements and exposure to allergens should be considered when applying for this position.
• Able to lift and/or carry weights up to 50 pounds.
• During the apprenticeship program, the work schedule will be weekdays from Monday to Friday. Upon completion of the program, the work schedule will transition to 12-hour shifts following a 2-2-3 schedule.

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.

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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

$14.61 - $40.87

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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