GMP Manufacturing Operations Lead - Gene Therapy Startup

Eli Lilly and Company; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

401(k) plan

Medical benefits

Job summary

Lilly is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Associate for the LP-2 gene therapy facility in Lebanon, Indiana. This leadership development role focuses on startup, process design, planning, and seamless GMP start-up of production areas.

Responsibilities include training, safety culture, deviation investigations, continuous improvement, and collaboration with Engineering, Tech Services, Quality & Regulatory to deliver the Operational Excellence Roadmap.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years of operational/engineering/technical services or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; Lilly does not provide visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist Process Team Leaders to drive safety, quality, and manufacturing performance.
• Ensure cGMP readiness for start-up and process qualification activities.
• Support validation activities and maintain GMP production areas in compliance.
• Foster a safety-first culture with accountability and safe systems of work.
• Provide continuity in process activities and escalate issues when needed.
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects and cost reduction programs.
• Support and drive the Operational Excellence Roadmap for LP2 Flow Team.
• Lead manufacturing projects with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Help author and revise SOPs and batch records; review technical reports.

Skills

5+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field

Job description

Lilly is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Associate for the LP-2 gene therapy facility in Lebanon, Indiana. This leadership development role focuses on startup, process design, planning, and seamless GMP start-up of production areas.

Responsibilities include training, safety culture, deviation investigations, continuous improvement, and collaboration with Engineering, Tech Services, Quality & Regulatory to deliver the Operational Excellence Roadmap.