Operations Supervisor

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.

Supervisor, Medical Device Assembly and Packaging 

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 35,000 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. 

Company Overview 

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a 140+ year strong global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana with manufacturing sites throughout the US, EU, and Asia. Our 35,000 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 and embody our company values of Integrity, Excellence, and Respect for People 

Position Overview 

Responsibilities:

During the project phase, the Operations Supervisor will have responsibility of supporting start-up activities to bring the Device Assembly and Packaging area into service. This will include coordinating start-up support amongst self and team to; train on the use of the equipment and develop technical proficiency, develop a diverse and inclusive culture, and lead operational readiness activities. Once the facility is turned over to operations, the Supervisor role is responsible for leadership of the team that operates the lines. They will develop an inclusive culture and technical expertise of manufacturing team and employees. This individual will ensure that the lines are adequately staffed with trained & qualified employees. Strict adherence to safety and quality rules and procedures is expected. Direct line supervision for this role includes line leaders and operators.

Key Objectives/Deliverables:

Provide leadership on manufacturing floor ensuring high level of safety, quality, and productivity to maintain reliable supply of products to patients.

Leading by examples with a Safety first, Quality Always mindset. Comfortable with exercising and encouraging "Stop Work Authority" for all employees if there is a perceived unsafe or product impacting situation.

Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, exemplifying safe working practices, and being accountable for supporting HSE goals.

Act 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.

Collaborate with area supervisors to ensure a high standard of; communication, best practice sharing, and consistency across the groups and different shifts.

Responsible for shop floor execution as it relates to business plan, cGMP conformance, and Operational Standards for Manufacturing Excellence.

Striving and encouraging a mindset of continuous improvement. Gathering ideas for improvement, articulating their business value, and working with support team to implement the ideas with highest objective value.

Ensures there are enough adequately trained and compliant personnel staffed to meet production goals. Reviews and updates training plans as needed to maintain compliance and excellence.

Develop area documentation (procedures, work instructions, job aides, etc.) with team to support start-up, training, and operation.

Originate & Investigate deviations, operational quality issues, and support determination of root cause. Support implementation of corrective actions to ensure consistent quality.

Responsible for managing several direct reports working across multiple manufacturing lines on responsible shift.

Responsible for the coaching, development, and performance evaluation of operators.

Communicate cross functionally with support team if there are quality, equipment, operational concerns.

Basic Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED

Prior supervisory experience

Basic computer skills (desktop software, MS Office) are required.

Previous experience in operations or directly supporting a manufacturing operation (Pharma, Food, Clean-room, or other applicable).

Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills

Strong organizational skills and ability to handle and prioritize multiple requests.

Strong technical aptitude and ability to train and mentor others.

Additional Skills/Preferences:

4+ years manufacturing/operations with 2+ years in supervisory role

cGMP standards and FDA (or other industry) guidelines for production

STEM degree or certification

Highly automated equipment (inspection, packaging, filling, assembly, etc)

Manufacturing Execution Systems and SAP or other electronic business systems

Root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.

Facility, Equipment, Systems, Start-up

Additional Information

Ability to wear safety equipment (glasses, shoes, gloves, etc)

Ability to work 12-hour shifts on nights (6pm-6am on 2-2-3 schedule)

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.

 
As a condition of employment with Eli Lilly and Company and its subsidiaries in the United States and Puerto Rico, you must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination satisfactory to the company (subject to applicable law).  

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