Operator, Formulation (Day Shift)

100 Eli Lilly and Company; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilly's Concord, North Carolina facility is a state-of-the-art manufacturing site focused on injectable medicines, device assembly, and packaging operations. Operators are essential to producing life-changing medications by running and maintaining advanced equipment while adhering to strict GMP standards.

Senior and Lead Operators provide leadership, mentor teammates, and support continuous improvement initiatives, with opportunities for career growth in a highly regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in manufacturing, production, operations, or a related technical environment.
• Knowledge of GMP environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment.
• Lead and mentor team members in senior/lead roles.
• Coordinate production activities and support problem-solving.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and quality requirements.
• Work 6am–6pm on a 2-2-3 schedule and adapt to overtime as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Training

STEM degree

Aseptic filling

CGMPs

MES

Six Sigma

Lean

SAP

Electronic Batch Records

Automation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Electronic Batch Records

Job description

At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.

At Eli Lilly, we are committed to improving lives through the discovery, development, and delivery of innovative medicines.

As a global healthcare company headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Lilly combines science, innovation, and compassion to help patients live healthier lives. With more than 50,000 employees worldwide, we focus on advancing healthcare, supporting communities, and putting people first through our values of Integrity, Excellence, and Respect for People.

Lilly's Concord, North Carolina facility is a state-of-the-art manufacturing site dedicated to producing injectable medicines that make a meaningful difference for patients around the world.

Responsibilities

Eli Lilly is expanding its manufacturing capabilities through a new $1 billion state-of-the-art campus in Concord, North Carolina, focused on injectable medicines, device assembly, and packaging operations.

Operators play a key role in producing life-changing medications by operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting advanced manufacturing equipment in a highly regulated environment.

Senior and Lead Operators provide additional leadership by coordinating production activities, mentoring team members, and supporting operational problem-solving.

This position offers strong career growth opportunities for individuals who value safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Experience in manufacturing, production, operations, or a related technical environment.

Ability to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment.

Knowledge of or ability to work within GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) regulated environments.

Experience using electronic systems, including electronic batch records and manufacturing software.

Education, Experience, and Skills

We have several levels open for Operator which are based on the experience and education you bring.

Minimum education: High School Diploma or GED

Visa Sponsorship: Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1.

Ability to effectively communicate (electronically, written and verbal) Flexibility - the ability to troubleshoot and triage challenges Computer proficiency (desktop software, MS office). A valid driver\'s license Must pass a vision exam and be free of color blindness Must be equivalent to 20/20 correctable close vision acuity Time Commitments and Work Authorization Must Pass a "fitness for duty" physical exam In operation, must have the ability to work 6am to 6pm on a 2-2-3 schedule Ability to work overtime as required Ability to wear safety equipment (glasses, shoes, gloves, etc.) Ability to work and gown in a cleanroom (Grade C, ISO 8) environment. 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.

Experience with, completion of, or understanding of: (Senior and Lead roles)

Leadership and the ability to train / educate team members STEM degree or certifications Aseptic filling, single use assemblies, isolator technology. Automated, semi-automated, and/or manual inspection. Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs) Experience in operations or manufacturing environments. Pharmaceutical, medical device or food processing industries Manufacturing Execution Systems and electronic batch release. Continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma methodologies) Highly automated equipment (inspection, packaging, filling, assembly, etc) SAP, Electronic Batch Records

Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities

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 (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.

EEO and Diversity Statement

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.

Employee Resource Groups

Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia (AMECA), Black Employees at Lilly (BE@Lilly), Chinese Culture Network (CCN), EnAble, Evolve, Lilly Indian Network (LIN), Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), Pride (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN) and Women\'s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL).

Compensation

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $18.02 - $35.43 Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance).

Benefits

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.

#WeAreLilly

#WeAreLilly At Lilly we strive to ensure our employees are part of a team that cares about them and our shared purpose of making life better for those around the world. How do we do this? We continue to look for ways to include, innovate, accelerate and deliver while maintaining integrity, excellence and respect for people. We hope that you seek to join us on our journey as we create medicine and deliver improved outcomes for patients across the globe!