Lilly

Associate - QA Formulation Line 3

Italy, Sesto Fiorentino Full time

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.

Are you ready to play a key role in ensuring the quality and compliance of cutting-edge pharmaceutical manufacturing operations?

We are looking for a QA Associate to join our Quality team at the Eli Lilly Italia Manufacturing Site in Sesto Fiorentino.

As a QA Associate, you will serve as the primary Quality contact within both the Project Team and the Formulation Cartridges Process Team. You will support the implementation of a new formulation suite from its earliest stages, acting as a trusted partner to cross-functional teams and a key point of escalation for quality matters.

What You'll Do

  • Lead quality oversight for the formulation project, including qualification phases and start-up of the new suite
  • Ensure consistent application of cGMP standards and Eli Lilly quality requirements across the area
  • Serve as the accountable escalation point for quality issues arising in the project or production area
  • Support preparation for Regulatory inspections and contribute to the site self-inspection program
  • Investigate deviations in the Cartridge area and perform Quality Assessments in Veeva QMS
  • Review and approve qualification protocols and procedures
  • Act as Media Fill observer and approve work orders where applicable
  • Actively contribute to site Quality Systems and Quality Culture initiatives

What We're Looking For

  • Master's Degree in a Scientific discipline
  • Experience in pharmaceutical industry operations
  • Solid knowledge of current GMPs, pharmaceutical legislation, and regulatory requirements
  • Good command of English (minimum B2 CEFR level)
  • Strong communication and influencing skills
  • Collaborative mindset with a pragmatic, compliance-oriented approach

This position is based on-site, with up to 4 days of remote work per month.

What We Offer

Joining Eli Lilly Italia means stepping into a role where your expertise is recognized and rewarded from day one.

  • Competitive compensation — a strong base salary plus an annual variable component tied to your objectives
  • Relocation support — a relocation package available depending on your location
  • Comprehensive benefits — an extensive welfare and insurance plan
  • Annual salary review — with advancement opportunities based on your performance
  • Long-term upside — eligibility for a stock option package, linking your growth to the company's success

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 does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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