Industrial Hygienist - Lilly Medicine Foundry

Initial Therapeutics, Inc.; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company seeks a Sr. Principal – Industrial Hygiene to oversee the implementation of vital industrial hygiene programs and lead efforts in creating a top-notch pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will possess extensive industrial hygiene knowledge and experience, ensuring compliance and promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

401(k) participation

Performance-based bonuses

Flexible benefits options

Qualifications

• 5+ years as Industrial Hygienist in pharmaceutical manufacturing preferred.
• Certification in Industrial Hygiene is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement industrial hygiene programs at the Lilly Medicine Foundry.
• Design best-in-class pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.
• Develop and lead IH programs across functions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor degree in Industrial Hygiene or related Science

Master’s degree in Industrial Hygiene (preferred)

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:

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 and Position Overview

Lilly recently announced a $4.5 billion investment to create the Lilly Medicine Foundry, a new center for advanced manufacturing and drug development. The first-ever facility of its kind, combining research and manufacturing in a single location, the Medicine Foundry will allow Lilly to further develop innovative solutions to optimize manufacturing processes and increase capacity for clinical trial medicines, while also reducing costs and environmental impact.

The Sr. Principal – Industrial Hygiene is responsible for the implementation of industrial hygiene programs at the Lilly Medicine Foundry (LMF), including supporting the design of a best-in-class pharmaceutical manufacturing facility and developing technical capabilities at the Foundry related to Industrial Hygiene. They possess deep technical knowledge of Industrial Hygiene as it applies to pharmaceutical manufacturing. They understand current best practices in exposure assessment and controls, and how they are applied to protect workers and ensure compliance with internal and external requirements. They maintain relationships with other internal experts in industrial hygiene and interact with regulators. The Sr Principal – Industrial Hygiene works cross-functionally to meet operational excellence goals, mentors technical staff in other functions, and helps create a culture of caring, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with design teams, Lilly engineers, and other SME to design and deliver a best-in-class pharmaceutical manufacturing facility following the hierarchy of controls.
• Develops all LMF Industrial Hygiene programs and lead cross-functional teams in implementing IH programs.
• Provides technical IH expertise for new product introductions, changes, nonroutine/troubleshooting activities, and shutdown/start up activities.
• Advises on priorities and the development of the LMF HSE plan.
• Monitors the external regulatory environment through engagement with the Lilly IH community.
• Hosts regulatory inspectors and internal auditors and leads/support self-assessments.
• Advises management and senior technical staff on industrial hygiene practices, following the hierarchy of controls. Provides expert interpretation of regulations, corporate standards, policies, and industry guidance.
• Develops the skills and expertise of Operators, Engineering, Maintenance, Chemists, Leaders, and other staff to ensure effective and compliant implementation of IH programs. Promotes a speak up culture that empowers employees and contractors with the authority to stop work.
• Develops and oversees exposure monitoring plans and risk assessment processes. Executes exposure monitoring studies and communicates results to employees.
• Supports the investigation of events and develops robust and sustainable corrective and preventative actions.
• Develops & delivers high quality training and communications.
• Drives implementation of site process safety initiatives.
• Completes site performance metric reviews and analyses.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Industrial Hygiene or related Science degree.
• Minimum of 5+ years as Industrial Hygienist, preferably in the pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Preferences

• Master’s degree in Industrial Hygiene
• Certification in Industrial Hygiene.
• Possess a keen technical curiosity and a desire for continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in execution.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a cross-functional team consisting of a diverse group of management, production, compliance, science, and engineering professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in, influence and facilitate decision-making, and lead cross-functional teams.

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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is

$63,000 - $162,800

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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