Reliability Engineering Technician - Lilly Medicine Foundry

Biopharma Careers; Lebanon (KY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Vacation benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Lilly Medicine Foundry in Lebanon, Indiana, seeks an experienced Reliability Engineering Technician to ensure equipment availability and optimize performance across the site for clinical trial medicines. You will execute PdM programs, analyze health data, and drive continuous improvement in maintenance strategies in a cGMP environment.

Reporting to the Senior Reliability Manager, you will document work in GMARS, support RCFA, and coordinate reliability-driven activities with cross-functional

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and have 2 years experience in the trade or equivalent, or Technical Vocational College associate degree.
• Hands-on experience with condition monitoring technologies (Vibration, thermography and ultrasound)
• Experience with precision maintenance practices
• Working knowledge of rotating equipment, utilities, and manufacturing assets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and the ability to learn and navigate site-specific software systems, including CMMS platforms and data analysis tools
• Possess knowledge of CMMS functionalities, workflows, and utilization
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and communicate technical findings clearly
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Execute predictive maintenance (PdM) routes, including but not limited to, vibration analysis, ultrasound, thermal imaging, and oil sampling
• Execute precision lubrication activities across manufacturing and utility assets, including lubricant application, re-greasing, and oil top-offs in compliance with OEM specifications and site lubrication standards to extend asset life and reduce unplanned downtime
• Apply precision maintenance techniques, including laser shaft alignment, belt and sheave alignment, torque and tolerance verification in accordance with OEM specifications and site procedures, documenting all findings and completed work in GMARS
• Analyze equipment condition data to identify anomalies, degradation trends, and failure precursors; elevate findings with recommended corrective actions
• Support root cause failure analysis (RCFA) for critical and recurring equipment failures; track corrective actions to closure in GMARS
• Review and optimize preventive maintenance job plans, frequencies, and task content based on performance data and reliability analysis
• Maintain accurate records of all PdM activities, findings, and work orders in GMARS, including asset data, failure codes, and labor hours
• Communicate equipment health status to maintenance, engineering, and operations teams; coordinate reliability-driven work across functions
• Produce clear reports summarizing PdM program performance and overall equipment health
• Provide field troubleshooting support as needed, including outside normal business hours

Skills

Condition monitoring

Predictive maintenance

Vibration analysis

Thermography

Ultrasound

Oil analysis

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical Vocational College associate degree

Tools

GMARS

CMMS platforms

Excel

Data analysis tools

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.

Organization and Position Overview

Lilly recently announced a $4.5 billion investment to create the Lilly Medicine Foundry, a new center for advanced manufacturing and drug development. The first‑ever facility of its kind, combining research and manufacturing in a single location, the Medicine Foundry will allow Lilly to further develop innovative solutions to optimize manufacturing processes and increase capacity for clinical trial medicines, while also reducing costs and environmental impact.

As a Reliability Engineering Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring equipment availability and optimal performance across the site, supporting the delivery of novel medicines for clinical trials. Reporting to the Senior Reliability Manager, you will execute predictive maintenance programs, analyze equipment health data, and drive continuous improvement in maintenance strategies, all in compliance with cGMP and applicable regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute predictive maintenance (PdM) routes, including but not limited to, vibration analysis, ultrasound, thermal imaging, and oil sampling
• Execute precision lubrication activities across manufacturing and utility assets, including lubricant application, re‑greasing, and oil top‑offs in compliance with OEM specifications and site lubrication standards to extend asset life and reduce unplanned downtime
• Apply precision maintenance techniques, including laser shaft alignment, belt and sheave alignment, torque and tolerance verification in accordance with OEM specifications and site procedures, documenting all findings and completed work in GMARS
• Analyze equipment condition data to identify anomalies, degradation trends, and failure precursors; elevate findings with recommended corrective actions
• Support root cause failure analysis (RCFA) for critical and recurring equipment failures; track corrective actions to closure in GMARS
• Review and optimize preventive maintenance job plans, frequencies, and task content based on performance data and reliability analysis
• Maintain accurate records of all PdM activities, findings, and work orders in GMARS, including asset data, failure codes, and labor hours
• Communicate equipment health status to maintenance, engineering, and operations teams; coordinate reliability‑driven work across functions
• Produce clear reports summarizing PdM program performance and overall equipment health
• Provide field troubleshooting support as needed, including outside normal business hours

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and have 2 years experience in the trade or equivalent, or Technical Vocational College associate degree
• Hands‑on experience with condition monitoring technologies (Vibration, thermography and ultrasound)
• Experience with precision maintenance practices
• Working knowledge of rotating equipment, utilities, and manufacturing assets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and the ability to learn and navigate site‑specific software systems, including CMMS platforms and data analysis tools
• Possess knowledge of CMMS functionalities, workflows, and utilization
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and communicate technical findings clearly
• 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.

Additional Preferences:

• Teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Communication across functional areas
• Computer Skills (Business Applications)
• Level 2 Vibration Analysis
• Level 1 Oil Analysis
• Level 1 Thermography
• Level 1 Ultrasonic
• Familiarized with RCM methodologies and applications
• SMRP Certification (CMRP and/or CMRT)
• Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems typical for a chemical manufacturing plant

Additional Information

• Role is permanently based at the Lilly Medicine Foundry in Lebanon, Indiana
• Supports a 24/7 operation; flexibility for off‑hours support is required
• PPE is required when working in manufacturing areas
• Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions.

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. 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).

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

$33.89 - $49.71

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, 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.

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