Operator - Pilot Plant, Dispensing/Makeup

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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

17.30 - $28.85

Position Title : Operator, Senior Operator, Expert Operator

Job Classification : B1-B3

Technical position : Yes

Purpose :

This position is part of the Bioprocess Research & Development (BR&D) organization and supports the K360 clinical trial pilot plant (CTPP).  There are five primary operational areas within K360.  Examples of the activities associated with each area are listed below :

• Makeup

Make buffers and media from various raw materials.

Develop inoculum for microbial and mammalian culture products

Transfer inoculum from the inoculation lab to the bioreactors / fermenters

Purify harvested material with various purification techniques (chromatography, viral filtration, tangential flow filtration, etc.).

Performs dispensing activities supporting the manufacture of API

Location :   LTC-North : B360

Specific Functions or Duties

The primary responsibilities of the position require :

Technical Ability : The Operator must be able to operate and monitor process equipment and related systems in accordance with approved tickets and procedures.  In addition, he / she must be willing to accept new assignments, projects, and challenges as assigned by supervision, be capable of troubleshooting issues as they occur, and identify trends and ways to reduce process variability.

Data Management / Compliance : The Operator must exhibit a high level of attention to detail and a quality-minded approach to all record keeping.  Accurate and legible records must be maintained and analyzed to provide detailed information on the status of their operations.  All documentation must comply with cGMP practices as defined by Corporate, Divisional, and Local procedures / tickets, policies and practices.

Communication Skills, Oral and Written : This position may require interaction with, but not limited to; Quality Team members, Bioproduct Research and Development scientists, Analytical Services, Operations, Technical Services Representatives, Engineering, and Maintenance personnel.  In addition, the Operator must be able to effectively communicate and understand technical information with regards to his / her area.

Safety and Environmental Awareness : The Operator shall be expected to adhere to all safety and environmental guidelines and to promote safety and environmental compliance in all areas.

Minimum Qualification Requirements :

Required Certifications :

Additional Preferences :

Personal Considerations :

Other Information :

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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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Salary : $17 - $29