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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

$78,750 - $115,500

Responsibilities

The Dry Products Process Engineer role provides the technical leadership and support in conjunction with Dry Products External Manufacturing contract manufacturer personnel in the reliable supply and commercialization of medicines with safety first and quality always by:   

Developing and sustaining process knowledge in order to ensure the execution of the appropriate product, process, and operational control strategy at a number of Contract Manufacturers (CMs)Direct and Indirect interaction with CM personnel and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to ensure reliable supply via the CM execution of the operational control strategyFUME assessment to ensure an understanding of risk presented to the operational control strategyParticipation with internal, CM, and OEM resources in the equipment specification, procurement, and IQ/OQ/PQParticipation with internal and CM resources to assess the HSE and PSM elements of the CM that impact Lilly productsEngaged with internal and external resources in developing capabilities with new or evolving technologies that may impact delivery of internal or external portfolio assets.Engage in establishing and sustaining process monitoring for operations on key process equipment, partner with IT/Automation to integrate technologyAdherence to the expectations of the Lilly Red Book when carrying out interactions with API EM’s CMs.

Basic Requirements

3 years of work experience in a manufacturing/process engineering related roleTechnical knowledge of DPN manufacturing equipment and unit operations.Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles to process understanding, problem solving, and process improvement.Demonstrated ability to function in a team environment as a technical leader and as a member of teams.Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize competing priorities and to appropriately communicate verbally and in writing to various audiences.

Education:

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, or another engineering discipline with extensive manufacturing experience.

Skills:

Ability to represent Eli Lilly’s mission, policies and practices in a positive, professional, and ethical manner  A thorough understanding of cGMPs and drug product manufacturingStrong leadership, interpersonal and teamwork skills, able to work effectively in a team environmentGood communication skills, especially attention to detail in written procedures and protocol developmentCapability to work in a virtual and complex environmentWillingness to travelAppreciation for cultural diversity and inclusive leadershipHas experience in Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Six Sigma or Lean Tools & principles

Additional Skills/ Preferences

Experience in typical unit operations for Dry Products ManufacturingDevelop and implement innovative approaches to problemsSuccessful application of root cause analysis and systematic problem solvingStrong Computer skills in a variety of software packages ( e.g Batch Plus, JMP, Visio, Aspen, Dynochem, OSI PI, MS Office Suite).Visualize an operation/process and reflect it in a model.Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.Ability to prioritize activities.Good judgment and flexibility.Language: English

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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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