Lilly is hiring an Operations Supervisor to lead our Parenteral Filling Night Shift operations. In this on-site role at our Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina facility, you will provide direct line supervision for manufacturing lines and personnel, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient production. You will be responsible for 10+ direct reports working across 2-3 manufacturing lines on a 12-hour shift rotation schedule.
What You'll Do
- Provide shift leadership for multiple drug product filling lines, developing technical expertise among manufacturing employees.
- Build a diverse, inclusive, and capable site organization by delivering operational procedures, quality processes, and controls.
- Hire and manage 10+ direct reports including line leaders and operators.
- Maintain a safe work environment and support all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) goals.
- Ensure adequate qualified and trained staffing for operators on the manufacturing lines.
- Communicate with the Area Manager on quality, equipment, and operational issues and areas for improvement.
- Coach, develop, and conduct performance evaluations for operators and technicians.
- Originate and investigate deviations or operational quality issues.
- Collaborate with support functions to reach consensus on unexpected manufacturing events.
- Act as both an administrator and technical leader, demonstrating knowledge of procedures, compliance, and proper technique.
- Ensure shop floor execution aligns with the business plan, current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) conformance, and Operational Standards for Supply Chain Excellence (OSSCE).
What We're Looking For
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience in operations or directly supporting a pharmaceutical manufacturing operation.
- Demonstrated leadership experience with an emphasis on respect for people.
- Skills in providing and receiving feedback and creating employee development plans.
- Basic computer skills (desktop software).
- Solid understanding of FDA guidelines and CGMP requirements.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to handle and prioritize multiple requests.
- Strong technical aptitude and ability to train and mentor others.
- Ability to work 12-hour night shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule.
- Ability to work overtime as required, especially during training.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States; Lilly does not anticipate providing visa sponsorship for this position.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s Degree in science, engineering, or a technical field.
- Previous experience in facility or area start-up environments.
- Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems and electronic batch release.
- Experience with root cause analysis and technical writing.
- Strong organizational and motivational skills.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
Team & Environment
You will directly supervise a team of 10+ line leaders and operators, reporting to the Area Manager.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range: $35.33 - $51.83 per hour.
- Eligibility for company bonus (based on company and individual performance).
- Eligibility to participate in company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation; medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; death benefits; time off; and well-being benefits.
Work Mode
This is an on-site position located in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina.
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.
