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Lilly is currently constructing an advanced manufacturing facility for production of API molecules located in Lebanon, IN (Lilly Lebanon API). This facility is Lilly's largest investment in manufacturing capacity and is intended to provide APIs for current and future products, including new modalities. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of the startup team for a greenfield manufacturing site, and the successful candidate will help to build the processes and facility to enable a successful startup into GMP manufacturing operations.
Job Position Overview: The Principal Associate - LDAR is part of the Lilly Lebanon API Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) team and provides technical leadership and expertise in the development, implementation, and maintenance of environmental LDAR (Leak Detection and Repair) Program. This role will be fluid and dynamic during the project delivery and startup phase, requiring significant collaboration, creativity, and resilience as the site grows to full-scale GMP manufacturing.
Responsibilities: - Oversee a team of LDAR technicians, providing guidance, support, and performance management to ensure high standards of work and compliance. Additionally, this role will be responsible for leading the hiring process to build and maintain a strong team.
- Support the site team as a key stakeholder, providing input and feedback on LDAR-related design decisions, construction, startup and operations plans.
- Develop and roll out LDAR programs, procedures, tools, and overall management systems, including training, mentoring, and onboarding of new staff.
- Serve as a resource to operational areas, helping them understand the regulatory requirements of their areas and programs.
- Ensure the site is up to date with new or revised regulations and EPA standards.
- Provide on-call support during weekends and after normal business hours.
- Oversee the implementation and maintenance of LDAR programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Maintain accurate records of LDAR activities, including monitoring data, repair logs, and compliance reports.
- Lead initiatives to reduce emissions through process optimization, equipment upgrades, and best practices.
- Conduct regular compliance audits and inspections to ensure adherence to LDAR regulations.
- Serve as the secondary point of contact with regulatory agencies regarding LDAR management issues.
Basic Requirements: - Bachelor's or associate's degree in environmental engineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, or a related field of study preferred
- Minimum 5 years of experience applying environmental regulations and developing LDAR programs in pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing
Additional Skills/Preferences: - Proven ability to lead and manage a team, including performance management, mentoring, and development.
- Excellent organization and time management skills, as well as strong analytical skills and a systematic and structured way of working.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and regulatory agencies.
- Ability to lead cross-functional and technical teams, with a deep understanding of LDAR programs and environmental regulations.
Additional Information: - Position Location: US: Lebanon IN LP1
- Travel Percentage ( %): Less than 5% annually
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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
$63,000 - $140,800
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
