Manufacturing Operator (2nd shift) - $3,000 Sign-on Bonus

Eli Lilly and Company; Branchburg Township (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated individuals to join their manufacturing team in a dynamic biopharmaceutical environment. This role involves operating advanced equipment, ensuring safety and quality standards, and contributing to the production of life-changing medicines. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a background in biotech, along with a commitment to excellence in their work. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that prioritizes innovation and integrity, while making a significant impact on healthcare globally. If you're ready to take on a challenge and grow your career, this position is for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Paid vacation starting at 120 hours

$3,000 sign-on bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum HS degree with 2-4 years work experience required.
• Experience in a biotech facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate equipment according to written procedures.
• Record data and monitor processes according to cGMP standards.
• Maintain safety awareness and communicate issues to management.

Skills

Aseptic processing techniques

Manual dexterity

Mathematical formulas

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Bioreactors

Chromatography columns

PLC systems

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.

Quick Benefit Overview:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription benefits are effective on your first day of employment
• Paid vacation- starting annually at 120 hours (prorated based on start date)
• $3,000 sign-on bonus for new external hires

Organization Overview:

For 140 years, Lilly has manufactured medicines that improve people’s lives around the world. We produce our medicines using some of the most sophisticated manufacturing technologies and rigorous quality standards. Lilly Manufacturing strives for excellence in its process, standards, procedures and behaviors to develop medicines with safety first and quality always.

This position is responsible for providing support to their respective process team per Manufacturing Standard for Operational Excellence (MSOE) 602, specifically focusing on safety, quality, and manufacturing performance. Perform actual duties in an assigned area within the biopharmaceutical bulk products production facility. Duties are listed below and are specific to the assigned area (Cell Culture, Purification, or BioServices). The processing areas are PLC automated and controlled via HMI. Cell Culture operations contains major equipment such as bioreactors, centrifuges, and biosafety cabinets. Protein Purification operations contains major equipment such as chromatography columns, chromatography / TFF skids, and intermediate product vessels. BioServices encompasses Media Prep, Buffer Prep, and general equipment cleaning and preparation supporting both Cell Culture and Purification. Major equipment for this area includes stainless steel vessels, autoclaves, and washers. All three major manufacturing departments utilize filtration technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and operate equipment according to written procedures. Examples include: setup and sterilization of components and process equipment, monitoring equipment parameters and making adjustments to operational settings, in-process sampling, and performing routine assays.
• Responsible for providing support to their respective process team, per Manufacturing Standard for Operational Excellence (MSOE) 602.
• Record data, log activities, and monitor processes according to cGMP standards.
• Assist in the review of batch records for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain an elevated level of safety awareness. Communicate safety issues to management in a timely manner.
• Adhere to all safety, environmental, quality, and EEO/AA standards and policies of the Corporation.
• Perform all duties with a high level of honesty and integrity.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum HS degree with 2-4 years work experience.
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.

Additional Preferences:

• Previous experience in a biotech facility a plus.
• Ability to understand technical nomenclature and language as well as work with mathematical formulas.
• Must have good manual dexterity and demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to follow detailed instructions and record information clearly and accurately.
• Must possess excellent communication, interpersonal, and written skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in aseptic processing techniques a plus.

Additional Information:

• This is a 2nd shift position Sunday through Wednesday 2:00pm - 12:30am.
• Must meet the physical requirements of the job; must have the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Bend, reach, stretch, climb ladders, and work in tight spaces.
• Stand for long period.
• Wear appropriate clean room attire.