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Technician - Material Preparation

Lilly
Durham, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/26/2026

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

Organization Overview:

  • At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our 35,000 employees work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first.
  • We serve an extraordinary purpose. For more than 140 years, we have worked to discover medicines that make life better. These discoveries start in Lilly Research Laboratories, where our scientists work to create new medicines that will help solve our world’s greatest health challenges. We explore how next generation therapeutics, new technologies, and data analytics can improve patient health and the healthcare system. Our team shares a real passion for challenging conventional wisdom and creating an environment that embraces creative, break-through concepts.


Quick Benefits Overview:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription benefits are effective on your first day of employment.
  • Paid vacation- starting annually at 120 hours (prorated based on start date).


Responsibilities

  • This role will be responsible for execution of daily operational tasks defined by the shift lead/supervisor.
  • Primary area of responsibility will be focusing on material preparation activities to support filling/dispensing/formulation processes.
  • Night shift role from 1800 to 0600 with a 2-2-3 shift rotation.

Key Objectives:

  • Adhere to RTP Plant safety policies and procedures, contribute to a safe work environment.
  • Adhere to standard operating procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices to ensure quality of product.
  • Document process steps on appropriate batch documentation (Electronic Ticket, SAP, Cleanings, etc.).
  • Attain and maintain qualification for the operation of assigned process equipment and duties in the area.
  • Identify opportunities for operational improvements.
  • Proactively monitor documentation and product quality, properly documenting all activities and reporting issues to supervision.
  • Contribute to the achievement of key departmental objectives including improving safety performance, reducing deviations, improving productivity, and training compliance.
  • Must be willing to work 12-hour shifts (2-2-3 schedule).
  • Candidate must be flexible and be willing to perform non-routine work with Safety & Integrity in mind at all times.
  • Assists in checking execution documentation (PMX, SAP, Cleaning Logs, etc.)
  • Drives key departmental objectives including improving safety performance, reducing deviations, improving productivity, and training compliance.

Basic Requirements:

  • Ability to gown and work in controlled classified areas (Grade C and Grade D).
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal).
  • Flexibility and problem-solving skills.
  • Basic digital literacy (desktop software/web browser) is required. Training and qualifications are documented on a web based application.
  • Must pass a “fitness for duty” physical exam.
  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts on days (2-2-3 schedule) with additional overtime as the need arises.
  • Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.
  • Ability to wear safety equipment required (safety glasses, safety shoes, protective gloves etc.).

Additional Skills or Preferences: Skills/Preferences:

  • Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs).
  • Previous experience working in operations/pharmaceutical industry.
  • Previous experience in a Grade C environment.
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
  • BioWork Certification.


Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.

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.


Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is

$17.30 - $38.08

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 - $38

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