Sr. Director - HSE - IAPI

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The HSE Sr. Director serves as the HSE Functional Leader for IAPI.  The role is responsible for Operational Excellence by ensuring implementation of robust HSE programs and systems in a highly regulated, complex, high hazard site. The HSE Sr. Director role includes Occupational Health and Safety; Industrial Hygiene; Process Safety; Emergency Response; Environmental Compliance, Environmental Sustainability; and Product Stewardship.  In addition, this individual is a member of the IAPI Site Lead Team and Functional Lead Teams and is therefore accountable for achieving Operational Excellence at the plant level. 

Key Objectives/Deliverables - HSE:

• Responsible for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the HSE programs and systems for Indy API to ensure compliance with global and regulatory requirements.
• Work in conjunction with Indy API leadership to create a culture aligned with the Lilly Manufacturing Outcomes of No one gets hurt and Sustainable use of renewable resources.  
• Provide leadership / facilitation of the HSE Lead Team.
• Ensure the HSE Lead Team complies with the expectations established in MSOE 601 – Manufacturing Site and Plant Governance
• Manage the Indy API HSE employees through coaching and feedback, by having development and career conversations, and by providing opportunities for development.
• Financially responsible for the Indy API HSE organization
• Coach / influence Indy API leadership to own the implementation of HSE programs as well as outcomes.
• Guide the HSE department and other HSE service providers to provide ownership for applicable HSE programs.
• Ensure HSE programs are compliant with internal and external standards and utilize best practices.  
• Interface with global HSE and Indianapolis HSE organizations to ensure programs are consistent with global and corporate expectations.
• Ensure service level agreements (or contracts) are in place for services being provided by internal and external HSE service providers (e.g. emergency response, air permits)
• Provide front-line interface with internal and external auditors.  Coordinate plant responses to findings.

Basic Requirements:

• Demonstrated solid technical HSE background, with minimum of 7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Thorough understanding of external HSE regulations and internal company HSE requirements.
• Demonstrated experience and skill in improving HSE Management Systems.
• Experience leading technical projects and/or teams.
• Knowledge / experience with the hazards and aspects associated with API manufacturing.  

Additional Preferences:

• Bulk chemical manufacturing experience.
• Previous HSE leadership experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills with experience relating to all levels of an organization.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, environmental science, engineering, or equivalent science degree is required. 

Other Information:

• Certified professional HSE or engineering certification preferred.
• Tasks require entering manufacturing and laboratory areas which require wearing appropriate PPE.
• Supports 24 hours/day manufacturing
• Some travel may be required

The job specification is intended to provide a general overview of the job requirements at the time it was prepared.  The job requirements of any position may change over time and may include additional responsibilities not specifically described in the job specification.  As always, you should consult with your supervision regarding your actual job responsibilities and any related duties that may be required for the position.

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

$156,000 - $228,800

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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