Technician - Environmental Monitoring - 1st Shift

Eli Lilly and Company; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 51,635,000 - 100,003,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilly in Kenosha County, Wisconsin, is seeking a Parenteral Operations Environmental Monitoring Technician to support classified manufacturing areas and utility sampling. You will assist QC‑Microbiology management and train technicians.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or related field (or equivalent experience), hands-on environmental monitoring experience in GMP settings, and ability to work 24/7 with flexible scheduling; travel ~10% may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Microbiology or related field; 2+ years demonstrated relevant environmental monitoring in GMP Pharmaceutical Manufacturing facility.
• Experience with viable surface monitoring, viable and non‑viable air monitoring, compressed air monitoring, and water/clean steam collection and analysis.
• Experience with cGMP requirements and regulatory compliance associated with a cGMP Manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and promote compliance with all cGMP procedures, Quality Systems, Good Documentation Practices, and Good Laboratory Practices.
• Provide support for Parenteral Operations activities by performing environmental monitoring of classified manufacturing areas.
• Provide support for manufacturing and laboratory activities by performing utility sampling and analysis.
• Provide support with routine lab maintenance and lab inventory management.
• Assist with technical training and mentoring of QC‑Microbiology Technicians through formal process/program.
• Open to flexible work environment.
• Participate in department/company continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
• Assist with authoring Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instruction documentation.
• Adhere to and promote compliance of all safety standards.

Skills

Environmental monitoring

cGMP compliance

Training/mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology

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.

Position Overview

Provide support for Parenteral Operations by performing environmental monitoring of the classified manufacturing areas and by performing utility sampling and analysis within the manufacturing site. Assist QC‑Microbiology management with training. Provide support in the manufacturing areas during routine environmental monitoring and utility sampling.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and promote compliance with all cGMP procedures, Quality Systems, Good Documentation Practices, and Good Laboratory Practices.
• Provide support for Parenteral Operations activities by performing environmental monitoring of classified manufacturing areas.
• Provide support for manufacturing and laboratory activities by performing utility sampling and analysis.
• Provide support with routine lab maintenance and lab inventory management.
• Assist with technical training and mentoring of QC‑Microbiology Technicians through formal process/program.
• Open to flexible work environment.
• Participate in department/company continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
• Assist with authoring Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instruction documentation.
• Adhere to and promote compliance of all safety standards.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related field; Associates degree or High School Diploma or equivalent 2+ years demonstrated relevant experience in performing Environmental Monitoring in a GMP Pharmaceutical Manufacturing facility, preferably associated with aseptic production.
• The number of years of experience can vary based on educational qualifications.
• Demonstrated ability in performing environmental monitoring techniques including, but not limited to viable surface monitoring, viable and non‑viable air monitoring, compressed air monitoring, and water and clean steam collection and analysis.
• Experience with cGMP requirements and regulatory compliance associated with a cGMP Manufacturing facility.

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 Skills/Preferences

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to train/mentor QC Environmental Monitoring Technicians.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for communicating to colleagues, management, and other departments.
• Ability to work in a lab environment including wearing appropriate PPE and other safety related equipment or considerations.
• Ability to gown into facility dedicated cleanroom attire, as required to perform job responsibilities.
• Regular (50% - 60%) exertion including standing/walking for extended periods of time, lifting/carrying more than 15 and up to 25 pounds.
• Works with chemicals and wears basic personal protective equipment (PPE) or restrictive PPE as defined by the procedures.
• Required Safety Equipment: safety glasses, gowning, hearing protection, and safety shoes required per local area requirements.
• At times low physical effort includes sitting and operating computers or other small equipment.

Primary location is Kenosha County, Wisconsin. Ability to travel (approximately 10%). Ability to work overtime as required. Position is a day shift role, but requires flexibility to adjust schedule as needed to support the qualification and ongoing running of the area (24/7 operation). Applicant will work in various areas within the Parenteral Plant. Some allergens are present in the parenteral plant. Mobility requirements and exposure to allergens should be considered when applying for this position. This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the job requirements at the time it was prepared. The job requirements of any position may change over time and may include additional responsibilities not specifically described in the job description. For GMP purposes, the job description should be updated for significant changes. As always, you should consult with your supervisor regarding your actual job responsibilities and any related duties that may be required for the 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 (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 $18.02 - $34.90. 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.