Associate Director Manufacturing Operation

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Patients are at the center of everything we do at Lilly. We are currently hiring a Associate Director Manufacturing Operations

This role supports critical work that helps bring medicines and solutions to patients responsibly and efficiently. #WeAreLilly

The Associate Director-Manufacturing Operations at Lilly del Caribe, Inc. is responsible for leading and optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant production of pharmaceutical products. This role focuses on driving continuous improvement, managing operational teams, and achieving production targets within a highly regulated environment.

Job Responsibilities*

* Lead and manage manufacturing operations, including production scheduling, execution, and control, to meet established targets and quality standards.
* Oversee daily production activities, troubleshoot operational issues, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
* Develop, implement, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track operational performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
* Ensure strict adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, etc.), and internal quality systems.
* Manage, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing professionals, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality Assurance, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other departments to ensure seamless operations and product delivery.
* Identify and implement process improvements, lean manufacturing principles, and new technologies to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
* Participate in regulatory inspections and audits, providing expert support and ensuring compliance with all findings.
* Manage departmental budget, resources, and staffing levels effectively.
* Lead investigations into deviations and non-conformances, implementing robust root cause analysis and preventative actions.

* Establish and sustain effective communication with various project managers and leaders to gather information regarding requirements for projects affecting the manufacturing area. Define a governance framework to monitor progress and ensure achievement in accordance with approved schedules.

* Maintain project management tools for all initiatives and provide support for related tasks, such as creating purchase orders, coordinating Gate Reviews, and other associated activities.

Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial), Pharmacy, or a related scientific field. Master's degree preferred.
* Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
* In-depth knowledge of GMP regulations, FDA guidelines, and other relevant pharmaceutical industry standards.
* Proven track record of successfully leading and developing high-performing manufacturing teams.

* Knowledge of project management tools
* Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and continuous improvement tools.
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
* Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization.
* Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and drive operational excellence.
* Proficiency in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
* Fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken).

Important Notice: In order to maintain the excellent reputation of our company, the quality of our products, and the safety of our working environment, the company will take all reasonable measures to ensure that drug abuse by employees or other persons does not jeopardize the safety of our operations or the quality of our products or adversely affect in any way the company or its employees. The company recognizes that drug use both on and off the job can be detrimental to the company and its efforts to provide a drug-free workplace. Even if prescribed under a state medical marijuana law, marijuana remains illegal under federal law. Marijuana is considered unauthorized by Lilly.

"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."

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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

$118,500 - $173,800

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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