Lead Engineering Technician

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Specialist in Plant Engineering to ensure the reliable operation of critical manufacturing utilities. This role involves maintaining compliance with safety standards, managing maintenance strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency. The successful candidate will play a key role in continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring that all systems are performing optimally. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and teamwork, and contribute to life-changing healthcare solutions in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Vacation benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Fitness benefits

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills and technical understanding of Utilities.
• Good interpersonal skills to work effectively in a cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment and lead safety initiatives.
• Support Utilities and GMP Utilities within areas of responsibility.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical understanding of Utilities

Interpersonal and communication skills

Computer skills (SAP, GMARS, Excel)

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree in Engineering or Technical Field

Tools

SAP

GMARS

Excel

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 Brand Description:

Plant Engineering in Indianapolis Parenteral Manufacturing is responsible for maintaining the site’s GMP utilities, steam, water, sewer, and other utility systems to a state of compliance. It must assure that facilities and related infrastructure are fit for use when needed, maintenance and reliability techniques are efficient and effective, and appropriate corrective and improvement actions are taken when necessary. Plant Engineering is also responsible for the efficient and effective management of local capital for their assets and oversight of engineering/maintenance contract resources.

The Sr. Specialist in Plant Engineering is responsible for supporting and maintaining the reliable operation and qualified state of the equipment and processes in the area(s) that they support. The Sr. Specialist in Plant Engineering ensures that equipment remains in-control, compliant, and capable of meeting customer needs, while also supporting associated continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Objectives / Deliverables:

• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, leading safety initiatives, and working safely and accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals.
• Support Utilities and GMP Utilities (WFI, Clean Steam, PCA, etc.) within areas of responsibility.
• An understanding of mechanical equipment used in a manufacturing environment (Pumps, motors, etc.).
• Ensure a safe working environment by following safety rules and helping improve the safety culture.
• Provide input into capital projects targeted at both short- and longer-term needs and provide support on delivery of projects in their area(s).
• Monitors daily system performance (Utilities).
• Performs routine walk through of areas of support.
• Responsible for standard troubleshooting problems on Utilities.
• Provide first line of communication to crafts/shops and to the customer.
• Schedules and coordinates work for area(s) of responsibility (PM/Corrective work).
• GMARS SME for specific area(s) of support.
• Primary responder for issues requiring on site response (alarm response) for areas of responsibility.
• Responsible for creating MAPs for scheduled and non-scheduled work.

Key Objectives / Deliverables (continued):

• Responsible for maintenance strategy implementation and effectiveness (i.e., PMs, job plans, datasheets).
• Leads/participates in small projects for area of support.
• Coordinates work/repairs with external vendors.
• Manages shutdown work and schedule compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve quality & reliability using system performance data and by assuring maintenance is performed appropriately.
• Participates in Process Teams for Plant Engineering.

Minimum Requirements:

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Technical understanding of Utilities (WFI, Clean Steam, PCA, etc.).
• Good interpersonal and communications skills to be able to work effectively in a cross-functional environment with engineers, operations, maintenance, and quality personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Computer skills in a variety of software packages (SAP, GMARS, Excel, etc.).
• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals.

Additional Preferences:

• Parenteral manufacturing experience.
• Plant engineering experience.
• GMARS or similar computerized maintenance management (CMMS) system experience.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma.
• Associates Degree in Engineering or Technical Field preferred.

Other Information:

• Standard business hours (days, M-F) with after-hour support and shutdown support as needed.
• Minimal travel required.
• Applicant will work in various areas within Indianapolis Parenteral where allergens may be present. Mobility requirements and exposure to allergens should be considered when applying for this position.

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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

$34.61 - $57.69

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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