Chemical Operator

Chemical Operator ; Indianapolis, IN

Lilly is building a brand new Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) manufacturing facility in Indianapolis, IN. This is their largest ever investment in manufacturing capacity. It's a greenfield site, which means you'd be on the ground floor of something that's being built from scratch. The startup phase runs from 2025 to 2027. Right now, roles are fluid. You'll help build the processes, the systems, and the culture before the facility moves into full GMP production. That takes real flexibility and creativity.

What you'll actually be doing

• Running the production process for API molecules used in Lilly medicines; you're directly responsible for making what goes into their drugs.
• Keeping a safety first, quality always mindset in everything you do on the floor.
• Staying compliant with all regulatory requirements ; always.
• Supporting the site's production plan every day.
• Carrying out daily monitoring, testing, and cleaning on equipment and systems to keep them running right and within regulations.
• Entering events into Trackwise. You'll participate in and lead CAPA investigations.
• Troubleshooting process problems and diagnosing issues before they become deviations or impact the site.
• Following Health, Safety & Environmental standards, including Process Safety standards, for critical GMP duties.
• Understanding the hazards in other areas and knowing how to react appropriately.
• Monitoring equipment performance data to catch reliability problems before they happen.
• Working with Maintenance and Technical Support when utility supplies or equipment fail.
• Contacting the right people when there's a spill, deviation, incident, or any problem during processing.
• Communicating shift status and any issues to the next shift at handover.
• Participating in safety audits, procedure coordination, housekeeping, and improvement projects.
• Getting trained and qualified on every unit operation in the building.
• Speaking up in shift meetings or as a safety representative about concerns.
• Following cGMP practices, safe work habits, plant dress code, hygiene standards, and housekeeping rules for your area.

What you need to bring

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of chemical processing experience ; or comparable manufacturing experience that's equivalent.
• Authorization to work in the United States full time. Lilly won't sponsor or support any work visa for this role. That includes F 1 CPT, F 1 OPT, F 1 STEM OPT, J 1, H 1B, TN, O 1, E 3, H 1B1, and L 1.
• Decent computer skills ; you need to be comfortable with desktop software.
• The ability to communicate clearly, whether it's written, electronic, or face to face.
• Completion of a Post Offer Exam or Work Simulation may be required.

What will make you stand out

• Experience in facility or area startup environments.
• Previous work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, especially with PSM regulated or hazardous chemicals.
• You can take charge and prioritize your day without someone standing over your shoulder.
• A solid understanding of FDA guidelines and cGMP requirements.
• You're organized and can juggle multiple requests without dropping things.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• You're flexible and can troubleshoot and triage problems as they pop up.
• You understand technical language and nomenclature.

Benefits

Lilly offers a comprehensive benefits package. Specific details on medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and other offerings will be shared during the hiring process.

How to apply

Submit your application through the JobXi listing for this role. Make sure your resume clearly shows your years of chemical processing or manufacturing experience. Only applicants authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship will be considered.