Lead Technician - Packaging (Day Shift)

Company: Eli Lilly and Company
Location: Durham
Posted on: July 19, 2025

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. 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. Quick Benefits Overview: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription benefits are effective on your first day of employment Paid vacation- starting annually at 120 hours (prorated based on start date) The Operations Line Leader will be a key part of the Packaging team at RTP, where autoinjector devices are assembled. Line Leader will be responsible for the safe operation of highly automated equipment producing products of the highest quality serving Lilly patients worldwide. In addition, Line Leader will also be responsible for leadership, daily operations, development of operators, building technical autonomy, ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, and ensuring resources are scheduled accordingly per the daily production plan. Key Objectives/Deliverables: Adhere to RTP Plant safety policies and procedures, contribute to a safe work environment. Setup and operate highly automated equipment in the Device Assembly area. Provide leadership on manufacturing floor ensuring high level of safety, quality, and productivity to maintain reliable supply of products to patients. Technical leader: Key resource for troubleshooting and functions as the primary point of contact for issue escalation on the shop floor. Responsible for administering technical training and ensuring all operators are trained to perform tasks. Identify opportunities for operational improvements. Proactively monitor documentation and product quality, properly documenting all activities and reporting issues to supervision. Assist Supervisor in development and performance evaluations of shift operators. Key liaison between operations and support functions. Lead by example of Safety first & Quality always. Operate the equipment and lead the shift operations as required to meet production schedule. Assists in checking execution documentation (PMX, SAP, Cleaning Logs, etc.). Drives key departmental objectives including improving safety performance, reducing deviations, improving productivity, and training compliance. Acts as back-up in Shift Supervisor absence. Basic Requirements: Previous experience in operations or directly supporting a pharmaceutical manufacturing operation. Ability to work 12-hour days on rotating shift. Ability to work overtime as required. Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position. Additional Preferences: Previous Line Lead experience preferred. Previous experience with highly automated equipment. Previous experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems and electronic batch release. Demonstrated leadership & persuasion skills. Affinity for mastering technical concepts. Solid understanding of FDA guidelines and CGMP standards. Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal). Flexibility and problem-solving skills. Basic computer skills (desktop software) are required. Other Information: This role will train on day shift initially. The position is for the Lilly Research Triangle Park site. Ability to wear safety equipment (safety glasses, safety shoes, protective gloves etc.) 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 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. Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $25.60 - $42.67 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. WeAreLilly

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