Process Technician - Filling (Day shift)

BioSpace; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 23,832 - 52,459; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Comprehensive vacation benefits

Fitness benefits and employee assistance program

Job summary

A leading global healthcare company is seeking a Filling Technician to execute filling activities for pre-filled syringes at their new manufacturing facility in Durham. The role involves ensuring compliance with all safety and quality standards while working in a team environment. Candidates must possess a High School Diploma and be capable of effective communication, problem-solving, and basic computer use. This position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits while adhering to high standards in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Ability to work flexible 12-hour shifts, including overtime.
• Ability to wear required safety equipment during shifts.
• Previous experience with pre-filled syringe technology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute filling activities to produce pre-filled syringes.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures while maintaining product quality.
• Monitor documentation and product quality actively.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of CGMPs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BioWorks Certificate or equivalent experience

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.

Overview

The first of Lilly’s new manufacturing plant network is in Durham, North Carolina. The site is dedicated to the production of incretin products. The manufacturing plant consists of formulation, filling, inspection, device assembly, and packaging operations.

Responsibilities

Filling Technician is responsible for the safe and compliant daily execution of filling activities to produce pre‑filled syringes. The Filling Technician is expected to model current Good Manufacturing Practices and to work with a team to ensure compliance with all safety and quality standards. This role will require flexibility to support multiple filling lines with a changing team dynamic. The roles will also support PFS9 isolator start up.

Key Objectives

• Adhere to RTP Plant safety policies and procedures, contribute to a safe work environment.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices to ensure quality of product.
• Support leadership on manufacturing floor by ensuring high level of safety, quality, and productivity to maintain reliable supply of products to patients.
• Proactively monitor documentation and product quality, properly documenting all activities and reporting issues to supervision.
• Execute documentation of process tasks adhering to ALCOA+ principles.
• Execute material movement, cleaning, part install, line monitoring, navigate electronic systems to complete tasks, and any task designated by the supervisor.
• Support PFS9 activities in commissioning and qualification and to commercial production.

Basic Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) and apply logic to problem solve unexpected events.
• Ability to work 12‑hour shifts on days (2-2-3 schedule) and work overtime as required and planned by the supervisor.
• Ability to wear safety equipment (safety glasses, safety shoes, protective gloves etc.).
• Basic computer skills for electronic batch record interface and training execution/documentation.
• BioWorks Certificate or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs).

Additional Skills/Preferences

• Scientific/technical degrees or certifications.
• Previous experience with pre‑filled syringe (PFS) technology, utilizing solution filling equipment and/or isolator technology.
• Previous experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems and electronic batch release.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Ability to travel for training, potential travel is <5% of the year.

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.

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.