Analytical Chemistry Technician – QC

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Note: This role will be based in Lebanon, IN upon construction of the new API manufacturing facility. Prior to construction, this role will primarily be based with the project team in Indianapolis.  

Organization Overview: 

Lilly is currently constructing an advanced manufacturing facility for production of API molecules located in Lebanon, IN (Lilly Lebanon API). This facility is Lilly’s largest investment in manufacturing capacity and is intended to provide APIs for current and future products, including new modalities. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of the startup team for the manufacturing site, and the successful candidate will help to build the processes and facility to enable a successful startup into cGMP manufacturing operations. 

Position Description: The QC Chemistry Technician position participates in analytical testing of cGMP material. This role also supports the QC laboratory including buffer preparation, laboratory maintenance, and equipment preparation/upkeep. This role will document and report cGMP data and adhere to all regulatory requirements.  

Key Objectives/Deliverables: 

• Perform analytical testing of cGMP material including: Chromatography (LC/GC), Karl Fischer, wet chemistry, and more.

• Participate in performance qualification of analytical systems.  

• Perform data entry and review work for accuracy in accordance with laboratory procedures, standards, and cGMP requirements. 

• Train others within the lab, as required.  

• Perform routine equipment qualifications/calibrations or maintenance through execution of well-defined protocols, as required. 

• Perform basic troubleshooting of equipment and methods, as required. 

• Ensure complete and effective monitoring data using electronic systems. 

• Ensure that data integrity is maintained.  

• Second Person Verify (SPV) data of other technicians, as required. 

• Ensure compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and assist in identification and investigations of non-conformance issues. 

• Recognize deviations and potential investigations and communicate them to management.

• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and being accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals.  

• Maintain laboratory to high standard of operation and support a constant state of inspection-readiness. 

Continuous Improvement Initiatives:  

• Identify and communicate opportunities for improvement initiatives in daily work activities.  

• Follow Lilly standards for CCI/Lean and support departmental or site continuous improvement initiatives. 

Basic Requirements: 

• Associate degree (2 year) in a science field such as biotechnology, chemistry or analytical technology.

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• High School Diploma with 2 years of relevant cGMP experience.  

Additional Preferences: 

• Ability to work in a highly regulated lab environment, including wearing appropriate PPE and using other safety-required equipment. 

• Understanding of cGMPs, environmental monitoring procedures, processes, and equipment. 

• Strong skills in: written and oral communication, troubleshooting and investigative work, and critical thinking and decision-making. 

• High attention to detail and the capability of meeting critical deadlines by organizing and prioritizing multiple tasks.  

• Proficiency with computer systems, including instrument-specific applications and Microsoft Office products. 

Other Information: 

• Role will be in support of 24-hour operations, requiring shifts that cover days, nights, and weekends.  

• Overtime, as needed to meet business needs and requirements.
• Tasks may require repetitive motion and standing for long periods of time. 

• Must be able to lift at least 30 pounds. 

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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.

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