Lilly
healthcare
Supervisor-ParenteralManufacturingOperations3rdShift
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“Supervisor - Parenteral Manufacturing Operations 3rd Shift at Lilly. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement, direct line supervision of operators, leadership, safety and quality behavior, technical and operational improvements, commissioning and qualification activities, root cause analysis, coaching, development, performance evaluation, GMP conformance, operational excellence. direc”
What You'll Achieve.
improve safety, quality, and operational performance; shop floor execution as it relates to business plan, GMP conformance, and operational excellence
Industry & Context.
structured problem-solving; root cause analysis; countermeasure development; escalation skills in safety, quality, and operational decision-making
willing to work overtime, weekends, and off shifts when required, Mobility requirements and exposure to allergens should be considered, Ability to wear safety equipment (safety glasses, safety shoes, protective gloves, etc.), Ability to travel (approximately 10%), including periodic visits to other Lilly manufacturing sites for training, knowledge transfer, and operational alignment, 3rd shift: 10 PM–6:30 AM
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High School Diploma or GED, 2+ years previous experience in operations or directly supporting a pharmaceutical manufacturing operation, understanding of FDA guidelines and cGMP requirements, 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
Nice to Have
Prior experience in parenteral, aseptic, or sterile manufacturing environments., working knowledge of GMPs, quality systems, and documentation practices in a regulated manufacturing setting., Experience supporting investigations, deviations, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions., Familiarity with root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methods., Comfort working in classified areas (e. g. , isolators, Grade C environments) and reinforcing proper technique and compliance., Demonstrated ability to coach, develop, and provide performance feedback to hourly operations personnel., Experience leading teams in a multi-shift manufacturing environment., Ability to set expectations, maintain operational discipline, and drive accountability on the shop floor., judgment and escalation skills in safety, quality, and operational decision-making., Proven ability to work cross-functionally with Quality, TSMS, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, etc., Effective communicator with the ability to translate procedures and expectations into clear direction for operators., Adaptability to support new equipment, process changes, and capital project activities., Computer proficiency and comfort using enterprise systems and quality management systems (such as SuccessFactors, Veeva Vault, MasterControl, TrackWise, SAP).
What You'll Do.
direct line supervision of operators on a given shift
providing leadership to parenteral manufacturing teams
developing technical expertise of employees
ensuring safety and quality behavior in the area
driving technical and operational improvements
supporting commissioning and qualification activities required to bring manufacturing areas into service
supporting site operational readiness work
maintaining a safe work environment
supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals
ensuring strict compliance with established policies/procedures (Safety
Production Procedures
ensuring operators are trained appropriately
taking ownership for implementation of countermeasures associated with audits
participating in planning of equipment prep
and filling operations
networking with various areas to verify components and equipment are available for orders
actively participating in commissioning and qualification activities as the site prepares for initial manufacturing operations
including equipment walkthroughs
and operator readiness assessments
partnering with cross-functional teams (Engineering
etc.) to support the transition from line ramp-up to routine production
identifying and escalating issues to appropriate channels
leading and participating in structured problem-solving (root cause analysis
countermeasure development
etc.) to improve safety
and operational performance
responsible for the coaching
development and performance evaluation of Operations personnel
acting as both administrator and technical leader for operations
setting a good example through demonstrated knowledge of procedures
compliance with quality systems and use of proper technique
responsible for shop floor execution as it relates to business plan
and operational excellence
ensuring adherence to use of proper technique in isolator and Grade C operational areas
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
cross-functional coordination; partner with cross-functional teams (Engineering, TSMS, Quality, etc.); work cross-functionally with Quality, TSMS, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, etc.
Communication Scope
Effective communicator with the ability to translate procedures and expectations into clear direction for operators.
Process & Methodology
commissioning and qualification activities, line ramp-up activities, site operational readiness work, capital project activities
Full Job Description
At 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. **Position Overview:** The Filling Operations Teams are an essential part of Lilly’s Kenosha County (LKC) Parenteral Manufacturing site. We manufacture and fill injectable parenteral products in state-of-the-art facilities to supply patients around the world. This position will work in a new facility with best in class, globally replicated production equipment. Operations team members will work with the latest industry technologies, while learning from global teams, to manufacture key current parenteral products and preparing for upcoming products. This role will be responsible for direct line supervision of operators on a given shift, providing leadership to parenteral manufacturing teams, and developing technical expertise of employees. The leader will ensure safety and quality behavior in the area and drive technical and operational improvements. During line ramp-up activities, the role will also support commissioning and qualification activities required to bring manufacturing areas into service, as well as supporting site operational readiness work. 3rd Shift: 10:00pm-6:30am **Responsibilities:** * Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals. * Ensure strict compliance with established policies/procedures (Safety, Production Procedures, Sanitization, Gowning, Etc.), ensure operators are trained appropriately. * Take ownership for imple
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