Lead Calibration Technician

Eli Lilly and Company; North Carolina; On-site; USD 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilly in Research Triangle Park, NC, is seeking a Lead Technician – Calibration to join our Calibration team. You will perform and document routine and non-routine instrument calibrations, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and repairs on a variety of equipment for manufacturing.

Responsibilities include adhering to cGMPs, maintaining records, coordinating monthly calibration schedules, and assisting with qualification documentation while ensuring metrology standards are current.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of calibration experience in Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; no visa sponsorship provided.
• Completion of Post Offer Exam or Work Simulation if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine calibrations on a variety of equipment types.
• Document calibration activities and maintain records.
• Assist with monthly calibration scheduling and coordinate with owners/vendors.
• Review calibration documents for accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Self-starter

Team player

Excellent communication

Good documentation practices

Customer service

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Office Suite

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.

Position Title:

Lead Technician – Calibration

Job Level:

B4

Job Family Group/Family

Engineering – Maintenance

Supervisor:

Calibration Supervisor

Location:

Research Triangle Park

Position Description:

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.

We are looking for a talented, experienced individual to join our company as a Calibrations Technician. The Calibration Technician performs and documents routine and non-routine instrument calibrations including maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and repairs on a variety of equipment and instruments for manufacturing equipment.

Key Objectives/Deliverables:

• Adhere to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), including adherence to all company SOPs and documentation standards.
• Maintain clear, concise, and compliant records of all work performed for the purpose of documenting the control of all equipment and utilities.
• Assist and coordinate the monthly calibration schedule with the Scheduler/Planner by contacting the responsible parties and scheduling the work with the equipment owners and outside vendors.
• Make data entries into the Plant Maintenance equipment database as needed.
• Assist with processing of qualification protocols for execution and assist with compiling/packaging/routing of executed qualification documents.
• Perform routine calibrations on a variety of equipment types.
• Review calibration documents for accuracy and completeness as assigned.
• Maintain all metrology standards in working condition and ensure that they are used within their calibration intervals.
• Assist with writing calibration procedures, worksheets, and calibration specifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements (Education, Experience, Training):

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years of related experience in Pharmaceutical, or other Life Science Industries performing calibrations duties..
• 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.
• Completion of Post Offer Exam or Completion of Work Simulation if applicable.

Preferred attributes but not required:

• Must be able to effectively use business software programs, such as, Maximo, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite, and other required software programs.
• Experience working in a GMP/regulated environment
• Must be able to effectively use business software programs, such as, Maximo, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite and other required software programs.
• Experience in maintenance business processes and Maximo CMMS or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Demonstrated experience in providing a high level of customer service
• Successful candidate will frequently work independently and, as such, must be a self-starter and capable of working with minimal daily direct supervision.
• Good documentation practices
• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals
• Must be able to effectively work in a team environment.
• Experience working in a GMP/regulated environment

Additional Information:

• This position is for 12-hour 2-2-3 shift/schedule.
• May be required to respond to off-hour call-in and emergencies.
• May require overtime during peak periods or when additional coverage is required.
• Relocation not offered at this time.

This job specification is intended to provide a general overview of the job requirements at the time it was prepared. The job requirements of any position may change over time and may include additional responsibilities not specifically described in the job specification. As always, you should consult with your supervisor regarding your actual job responsibilities and any related duties that may be required for the position.

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

$33.89 - $49.71

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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