Manufacturing Operations Associate - Gene Therapy Startup

Initial Therapeutics, Inc.; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Vacation benefits

Flexible benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

Lilly is building a cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Lebanon, Indiana for gene therapy start-up and commercial supply. The Manufacturing Operations Associate will lead production areas, design processes, and ensure GMP readiness while partnering with Engineering, Tech Services, Quality & Regulatory to drive continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes safety, data-driven decision making, and cross-functional collaboration, with an emphasis on qualification activities, process validation,

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; no visa sponsorship provided by Lilly.

Responsibilities

• Assist Process Team Leaders with leading the Process Teams, focusing on safety, quality, and manufacturing performance.
• Ensure cGMP readiness of manufacturing areas for start-up and process qualification activities.
• Support validation activities and ensure GMP production areas are compliant.
• Support a safety-first culture with accountable work systems.
• In absence of Associate Director, provide continuity to Process Team activities and escalate issues as needed.
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects through capacity optimization and cost reductions.
• Support the Operational Excellence Roadmap for LP2 Flow Team.
• Lead Manufacturing Projects with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Assist in writing and revising SOPs and batch records; review technical reports and deviations.

Skills

Leadership

Data-driven decision making

Problem solving

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field

Job description

Lilly is building a cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Lebanon, Indiana for gene therapy start-up and commercial supply. The Manufacturing Operations Associate will lead production areas, design processes, and ensure GMP readiness while partnering with Engineering, Tech Services, Quality & Regulatory to drive continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes safety, data-driven decision making, and cross-functional collaboration, with an emphasis on qualification activities, process validation,