Operations Apprenticeship - Device Assembly and Packaging

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

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking enthusiastic individuals for an Operations Apprenticeship in pharmaceutical manufacturing. This unique program allows apprentices to gain hands-on experience while pursuing relevant coursework at local community colleges. The role involves working with advanced automated equipment to assemble and package medical devices, ensuring the highest quality for patients worldwide. This apprenticeship offers a pathway to a full-time position as an Operator/Process Technician, providing a valuable opportunity to kickstart a career in a dynamic and impactful field. Join a team dedicated to making life better through innovation and care.

Benefits

Signing Bonus for Education

Company Bonus

Comprehensive Benefit Program

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED and BioWork Certification.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and complete ongoing education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate highly automated equipment in Device Assembly and Packaging areas.
• Document process steps and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Safety Compliance

Equipment Operation

Documentation Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

BioWork Certification

Tools

SAP

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.

Lilly RTP is looking for eager individuals excited to get their start in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Lilly is partnering with local community colleges (Wake Tech and Durham Tech) and the NC Life Sciences Apprenticeship Consortium to hire 4 Operations Apprentices into our Device Assembly and Packaging areas at our new state-of-the-art highly automated facility in Durham, NC. The Operations Apprentice will work as a Lilly employee while simultaneously continuing their education at Wake or Durham Tech.

This is a one-year long apprenticeship with the opportunity to be converted to an Operator/Process Technician once all apprenticeship requirements are met. These requirements include completing 3 community college courses (General Chemistry I, General Biology I, and Intro to PLC) on top of working onsite at Lilly as an apprentice. The cost of the courses and educational materials will be covered in the form of a signing bonus upfront at the start of the program.

The Operations Apprentice will be a part of Device Assembly or Packaging team, where Lilly autoinjector devices are assembled and packaged before heading to patients. The apprentice will be responsible for the safe operation of highly automated equipment producing products of the highest quality serving Lilly patients worldwide.

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to RTP Plant safety policies and procedures, contribute to a safe work environment.
• Setup and operate highly automated equipment in the Device Assembly and Packaging area.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices to ensure quality of product.
• Document process steps on appropriate batch documentation (Electronic Ticket, SAP, Cleaning Logs, etc.).
• Attain and maintain qualification for the operation of assigned process equipment and duties in the area.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvements.
• Proactively monitor documentation and product quality, properly documenting all activities and reporting issues to supervision.
• Contribute to the achievement of key departmental objectives including improving safety performance, reducing deviations, improving productivity, and training compliance.

Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Holds a BioWork Certification through a local community college
• Be able to work 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 rotation
• Be able to complete the ongoing education requirements of the apprenticeship (General Chemistry I, General Biology I, and Intro to PLC)

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.

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 (here) for further assistance.

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.

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $22. 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.

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