{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"bd7706dfb4f2db8ac13d57a1","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bd7706dfb4f2db8ac13d57a1","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bd7706dfb4f2db8ac13d57a1","title":"Operator, Packaging (Day Shift)","description":"Lilly OperatorAt 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.\r\nResponsibilities:During the project phase, Operators (Entry to Lead roles) will support start up activities required to bring the area into service. They will become the experts within their assigned area and educate their team in the proper operation of the facility. The Expert and Lead roles are expected to become the leaders for the equipment and process and will lead the training of new staff. After the project phase is complete, this role will be responsible for ensuring continuous supply of our medicines by, running the process, troubleshooting, and collaborating cross-functionally, and holding all to our safety first / quality always mindset. Expert and Lead Operators will coordinate daily activities to meet capacity plans while developing their own and our team's capabilities. This position will require travel domestically (3-6 month short term assignments) to collaborate and learn from sites who produce our medicines currently.\r\nKey Objectives/Deliverables:Provide leadership on manufacturing floor ensuring high level of safety, quality, and productivity to maintain reliable supply of products to patients.\r\nResponsible for maintaining a safe work environment, exemplifying safe working practices, and being accountable for supporting HSE goals.\r\nAct as both administrator and technical leaders for operations. Set a good example through demonstrated knowledge of procedures, compliance with quality systems, and teaching of proper techniques.\r\nTechnical leader: Key resource for troubleshooting and functions as the primary point of contact for issue escalation on the shop floor.\r\nResponsible for administering technical training and ensuring all operators are trained to perform tasks.\r\nOperate the equipment and perform activities as required to meet production schedule.\r\nAssists in checking execution documentation (Electronic Batch Record, SAP, Cleaning Logs)\r\nDrives key departmental objectives including improving safety performance, reducing deviations, improving productivity, and training compliance.\r\nSupport Site Leadership to build a diverse and capable site organization by delivering area operational procedures, quality processes and controls\r\nKey liaison between operations and support functions.\r\nBasic Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED\r\nAbility to effectively communicate (electronically, written and verbal)\r\nFlexibility - the ability to troubleshoot and triage challenges\r\nComputer proficiency (desktop software, MS office).\r\nMust pass a vision exam and be free of color blindness\r\nMust be equivalent to 20/20 correctable close vision acuity\r\nAdditional Skills/Preferences:(Senior and Lead roles) Leadership and the ability to train / educate team members\r\nWillingness to travel\r\nKnowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs)\r\nPrevious experience working in operations/pharmaceutical industry\r\nPrevious experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems and electronic batch release.\r\nKnowledge of lean manufacturing principles\r\nAdditional InformationAbility to wear safety equipment (glasses, shoes, gloves, etc)\r\nWill transition to 12-hour day shift in the future (6am to 6pm on 2-2-3 schedule)\r\nThis 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.\r\nLilly 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 for further assistance.\r\nLilly 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.\r\nOur 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 Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women's Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.\r\nActual compensation will depend on a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is\r\n$17.30 - $34.38\r\nFull-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.","company":"Eli Lilly","rawCompany":"eli lilly","city":"Concord","state":"NC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-28T01:11:26.072Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-9111.00","title":"Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders","slug":"packaging-and-filling-machine-operators-and-tenders"},{"code":"51-9199.00","title":"Production Workers, All Other","slug":"production-workers-all-other"},{"code":"51-8091.00","title":"Chemical Plant and System Operators","slug":"chemical-plant-and-system-operators"}],"industries":[{"code":"325412","title":"Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing","slug":"pharmaceutical-preparation-manufacturing"},{"code":"325414","title":"Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing","slug":"biological-product-except-diagnostic-manufacturing"},{"code":"325413","title":"In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing","slug":"in-vitro-diagnostic-substance-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Operator, Packaging (Day Shift)","description":"Lilly OperatorAt 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.\r\nResponsibilities:During the project phase, Operators (Entry to Lead roles) will support start up activities required to bring the area into service. They will become the experts within their assigned area and educate their team in the proper operation of the facility. The Expert and Lead roles are expected to become the leaders for the equipment and process and will lead the training of new staff. After the project phase is complete, this role will be responsible for ensuring continuous supply of our medicines by, running the process, troubleshooting, and collaborating cross-functionally, and holding all to our safety first / quality always mindset. Expert and Lead Operators will coordinate daily activities to meet capacity plans while developing their own and our team's capabilities. This position will require travel domestically (3-6 month short term assignments) to collaborate and learn from sites who produce our medicines currently.\r\nKey Objectives/Deliverables:Provide leadership on manufacturing floor ensuring high level of safety, quality, and productivity to maintain reliable supply of products to patients.\r\nResponsible for maintaining a safe work environment, exemplifying safe working practices, and being accountable for supporting HSE goals.\r\nAct as both administrator and technical leaders for operations. Set a good example through demonstrated knowledge of procedures, compliance with quality systems, and teaching of proper techniques.\r\nTechnical leader: Key resource for troubleshooting and functions as the primary point of contact for issue escalation on the shop floor.\r\nResponsible for administering technical training and ensuring all operators are trained to perform tasks.\r\nOperate the equipment and perform activities as required to meet production schedule.\r\nAssists in checking execution documentation (Electronic Batch Record, SAP, Cleaning Logs)\r\nDrives key departmental objectives including improving safety performance, reducing deviations, improving productivity, and training compliance.\r\nSupport Site Leadership to build a diverse and capable site organization by delivering area operational procedures, quality processes and controls\r\nKey liaison between operations and support functions.\r\nBasic Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED\r\nAbility to effectively communicate (electronically, written and verbal)\r\nFlexibility - the ability to troubleshoot and triage challenges\r\nComputer proficiency (desktop software, MS office).\r\nMust pass a vision exam and be free of color blindness\r\nMust be equivalent to 20/20 correctable close vision acuity\r\nAdditional Skills/Preferences:(Senior and Lead roles) Leadership and the ability to train / educate team members\r\nWillingness to travel\r\nKnowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs)\r\nPrevious experience working in operations/pharmaceutical industry\r\nPrevious experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems and electronic batch release.\r\nKnowledge of lean manufacturing principles\r\nAdditional InformationAbility to wear safety equipment (glasses, shoes, gloves, etc)\r\nWill transition to 12-hour day shift in the future (6am to 6pm on 2-2-3 schedule)\r\nThis 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.\r\nLilly 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 for further assistance.\r\nLilly 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.\r\nOur 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 Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women's Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.\r\nActual compensation will depend on a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is\r\n$17.30 - $34.38\r\nFull-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.","datePosted":"2026-04-28T01:11:26.072Z","dateModified":"2026-04-28T01:11:26.072Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Eli Lilly","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Concord","addressRegion":"NC","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"bd7706dfb4f2db8ac13d57a1"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bd7706dfb4f2db8ac13d57a1"}}