Mechanic – Maintenance IAPI

Eli Lilly and Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Mechanic to ensure equipment reliability and uptime at their Indianapolis site. This role involves performing critical maintenance tasks, troubleshooting complex machinery, and collaborating with various teams to enhance production efficiency. You will be responsible for preventive maintenance, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining accurate documentation of work performed. If you are passionate about mechanical systems and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to life-changing healthcare solutions while advancing your career in a supportive and safety-focused workplace.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years mechanical experience in a heavy industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical & electrical prints/schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot root causes of machine problems and document repairs.

Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Preventive Maintenance

Documentation Practices

Team Collaboration

Safety Compliance

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associate’s degree or Technical Certificate

Tools

CMMS (e.g., Maximo)

Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Precision Alignment Equipment

Rigging Equipment

Maintenance Shop Hand Tools

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.

Mechanic – Maintenance IAPI

Position Overview:

As a Mechanic, you will provide general maintenance support for the IAPI site, focused on equipment uptime and reliability. You will work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality Control, and various other groups to troubleshoot, maintain and perform Corrective and Preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment used in our manufacturing operations, and provide project support on production and utility related equipment.

Key Objectives/Deliverables:

• Perform repairs and overhaul basic Equipment (e.g., gear boxes, pumps, blowers, fans, drives)
• Perform repairs and overhaul complex equipment to include disassembly, setting tolerances, aligning, resetting timing, (e.g., air compressors, vacuum pumps)
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections/repairs and document additional repairs needed.
• Maintain and perform preventive maintenance on shop and safety equipment (e.g., tools, machinery, and confined space equipment).
• Troubleshoot root causes of machine problems (e.g., excessive vibration or temperature, bearing failures, abnormal noises, and poor performance).
• Lubricate machinery and rolling stock throughout the plant, including removing and replacing machine guards (e.g., production equipment, fans, ventilation equipment, etc.)
• Inspect/repair process fluid hoses (e.g., verify grounding, replace fittings, hydrotest).
• Remove, make precision repairs, and reinstall equipment such as compressors, vacuum pumps, etc.
• Inspect, test, and replace safety relief valves, control valves, actuators and other miscellaneous valves.
• Clean and/or reclaim pipe fittings and valves.
• Inspect and rebuild steam traps.
• Set up equipment to design specifications (e.g., timing, leveling, alignment).
• Operate precision alignment equipment (e.g., Laser Alignment, etc.).
• Operate rigging equipment (e.g., chain hoist, jib cranes, slings and chains) for equipment removal or installation (e.g., tanks, agitators, condensers, heat exchanges)
• Provide accurate, complete, and legible Work Order documentation on both paper copy (when required) and in GMARS system.

Basic Qualifications:

• 3-5 years mechanical experience in a heavy industrial environment
• High School diploma/GED

Additional Skills/Preferences:

• Associate’s degree or Technical Certificate in a mechanical discipline, or equivalent experience. Applicable military service training may be an acceptable alternative
• Maintenance experience in a manufacturing production environment or relevant field preferred
• Experience with a regulated industry; FDA regulated industries preferred
• Must be able to speak, read and write English at a sufficient level to communicate technical and business information effectively
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in troubleshooting equipment failures
• Ability to follow written procedures while performing maintenance activities
• Good documentation practices and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals
• Familiar with set-up and operation of Maintenance Shop hand tools & equipment; machining and welding capability a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical & electrical prints/schematics.
• Must be able to effectively work in a team/collaborative environment.
• Willingness to work outside of your craft, as required
• Ability to perform quality work without close supervision
• Proficiency in using a CMMS (e.g., Maximo) or other work order tracking system
• Microsoft Applications Knowledge (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Additional Information:

• Night shift position (3on – 3off, 12 hr. 5:30pm – 5:30am)
• Overtime may be required during shutdowns, emergency situations, or periods of heavy workloads.
• This position may work in and around potentially dangerous and hazardous equipment, powders, liquids and gasses. Safety is paramount for this position.
• Working safely is a condition of employment. Individual must be able to comply with all building gowning and SOP requirements.
• US travel requirements are 5% or less.
• Some allergens are present at some plant sites. Mobility requirements and exposure to allergens should be considered when applying for this position.