Operator, Formulation; Day Shift

At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve.

This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.

At Eli Lilly, we are committed to improving lives through the discovery, development, and delivery of innovative medicines.

As a global healthcare company headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Lilly combines science, innovation, and compassion to help patients live healthier lives. With more than 50,000 employees worldwide, we focus on advancing healthcare, supporting communities, and putting people first through our values of Integrity, Excellence, and Respect for People.

Lilly's Concord, North Carolina facility is a state-of-the-art manufacturing site dedicated to producing injectable medicines that make a meaningful difference for patients around the world.

Eli Lilly is expanding its manufacturing capabilities through a new $1 billion state-of-the-art campus in Concord, North Carolina, focused on injectable medicines, device assembly, and packaging operations.

Operators play a key role in producing life-changing medications by operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting advanced manufacturing equipment in a highly regulated environment.

Senior and Lead Operators provide additional leadership by coordinating production activities, mentoring team members, and supporting operational problem-solving.

This position offers strong career growth opportunities for individuals who value safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Experience in manufacturing, production, operations, or a related technical environment.

Ability to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment.

Knowledge of or ability to work within GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) regulated environments.

Experience using electronic systems, including electronic batch records and manufacturing software.

We have several levels open for Operator which are based on the experience and education you bring.

Minimum education:

High School Diploma or GED

Visa Sponsorship:
Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1.

Ability to effectively communicate (electronically, written and verbal) Flexibility - the ability to troubleshoot and triage challenges Computer proficiency (desktop software, MS office). A valid driver s license Must pass a vision exam and be free of color blindness Must be equivalent to 20/20 correctable close vision acuity Time Commitments and Work Authorization Must Pass a "fitness for duty" physical exam In operation, must have the ability to work 6am to 6pm on a 2-2-3 schedule Ability to work overtime as required Ability to wear safety equipment (glasses, shoes, gloves, etc.)

Ability to work and gown in a cleanroom (Grade C, ISO
8) environment. 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.