Sr Specialist-LFR

Eli Lilly and Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

401(k)

Health benefits

Pension

Vacation benefits

Job summary

Eli Lilly and Company is seeking a Lead Operator HSE to support and execute the Indianapolis emergency preparedness and response plan across Lilly sites. You will lead on-site responders and volunteers, coordinate with security and local agencies, and ensure readiness of equipment and systems to protect personnel and facilities.

The role requires extensive certifications and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Certifications required: Indiana State Firefighter I/II, Indiana State EMT, Indiana State HazMat Technician, Level A PPE qualified, Confined Space Rescue Technician within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute Indianapolis emergency preparedness and response plan.
• Lead/coordinate on-site contracted responders and volunteers.
• Interact with security, fire safety systems, and external agencies (IFD, IMPD, etc.).
• Maintain equipment and facilities to readiness.
• Lead emergencies as Incident Commander (NIMS).
• Perform life safety systems inspections and testing.

Skills

Incident Command training

EVOC

EMS experience

CPR instruction

Site familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree or related HSE discipline

Tools

Confined Space Rescue Technician

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.

Job Description

Lead Operator HSE

Position Number:

Position Type:

Position Title: Lead Operator HSE

Salary Scale:

Pay Grade Level: B4

Job Function: Lilly Fire Rescue Coordinator

Position Posted By:

Supervisor: Senior Manager, Lilly Fire Rescue

Organizational Overview

At Lilly, we serve an extraordinary purpose. We make a difference for people around the globe by discovering, developing, and delivering medicines that help them live longer, healthier, more active lives. Not only do we deliver breakthrough medications, but you also can count on us to develop creative solutions to support communities through philanthropy and volunteerism.

Responsibilities

The Lead Operator – Lilly Fire Rescue (LFR) is responsible for supporting and executing the Indianapolis emergency preparedness and response plan at various Indianapolis facilities. This position has responsibility to lead/coordinate on-site contracted responders and volunteer emergency responders to manage site emergencies. The position also interacts with, security, fire safety systems, local building staff/management teams and outside agencies (e.g., IFD, IMPD, County board of health, etc.) When not responding to emergency and special events, this position is responsible for the completion of required maintenance, inspection, and training activities.

Activities Including

• Providing investigation and fire suppression activities as well as coordinating fire response with outside agencies.
• Provide emergency medical care to sick and injured Indianapolis plant site personnel.
• Mitigate hazmat emergencies on the Indianapolis plant sites.
• Provide Confined Space Entry Rescue and standby services.
• Maintain equipment and facilities in a state of response readiness.
• Maintain departmental records/files.
• Provide leadership in emergencies in the NIMS role of Incident Commander.
• Perform/oversee life safety systems inspections and testing.
• Provide stewardship/oversight of contract emergency response resources.

Conditional

• This position is physically demanding and will be contingent upon successful completion of:
• Physical Exam (NFPA 1582 or EHS approved)
• Quantitative “Fit test” for Scott SCBA
• Work Performance Evaluation

prior to scheduling start date.

• Must not be claustrophobic or acrophobic.
• Must hold and maintain a clean driving record.
• Must have the ability to read maps and understand graphical data.

Basic Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma | GED
• Must hold the following certifications:
• Indiana State Firefighter I/II
• Indiana State Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B or higher)
• Indiana State Hazardous Materials Technician
• Must be “Level A Suit” personal protective equipment qualified.
• Confined Space Rescue Technician certification must be held or obtained within first 6 months of employment.

Additional Skills / Preferences

• Incident Command training (NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800)
• Emergency Vehicle Operator Certification (EVOC)
• Outside EMS/Fire Department experience.
• Critical incident stress management experience
• CPR Instructor and Fire Instructor 2/3
• Familiarity with Lilly Indianapolis sites (LCC, LTC) and Lilly business units at each site.
• Familiarity / experience working with the external fire or loss prevention agencies.
• Experience working with personnel in the field on construction and maintenance projects related to fire safety at Lilly.
• Experience in a positive safety culture or in helping to improve a safety culture.
• BS or AS degree in related HSE discipline, Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Advanced Fire Safety training preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret building blueprints and associated technical documents.
• Effective interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Effective time management skills.
• Strong relationship building skills internal and external to the company.

Education Requirements

• Bachelors Degree (or equivalent work experience)

Additional Information

• Personnel may come in contact with areas that historically contained Cephalosporin’s, Penicillin, and allergens.
• Persons in this position will respond to incidents whose hazards are not yet known.
• Persons may be exposed to biological hazards as a result of EMS and hazardous materials response.
• Fire/Chemical response to immediately dangerous to life/health (IDLH) atmospheres is a possibility.
• Will require successful annual completion of Work Performance Evaluation (WPE).

Schedule

• The first two weeks from hire date, employee will operate on a M-F, 8a- 4p schedule for orientation.
• This position supports a 24/7/365 operation and will require shift work.
• Upon successful completion of orientation, employee will be assigned to a shift schedule of 24 hours on and 48 hours off.

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.

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

$25.96 - $38.08

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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