Operator - Device Assembly & Packaging - FDE (Fixed Duration Employment) - $3,000 Sign-on Bonus -

Company: Eli Lilly and Company
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: January 2, 2026

Job Description:

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. Company Overview: 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 39,000 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. WeAreLilly Organization Overview: 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 39,000 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. WeAreLilly Position Brand Description: The Operator will work in the Indianapolis Device Assembly and Packaging plant where Lilly products for domestic and international markets are assembled and packaged. The primary purpose of the job is to assemble and package products. Key Objectives/Deliverables: Adhere to IDAP Site safety policies and procedures and contribute to a safe work environment. Setup and operations of equipment in assembly, labeling, and packaging areas. Adhere to standard operating procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices to ensure quality of product. Document process steps on appropriate batch documentation. Attain and maintain qualification for the operation of assigned process equipment and duties in the area. Identify opportunities for operational improvements. Proactively monitor documentation and product quality, properly documenting all activity and reporting issues to supervision. Minimum Requirements: High School diploma or GED. Completion of Work Simulation and Must pass a “fitness for duty” physical exam. Sponsorship: 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. Additional Preferences: Ability to demonstrate attention to detail. Basic math skills. Basic computer skills, with the capability to learn in more detail. Excellent documentation skills. Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals. Experience with cGMP environment. Strong ability to multitask. Good verbal and written communication skills. Curiosity and technical abilities/troubleshooting. Additional Details: Manufacturing has multiple shifts. Most are 12-hours, operating on a 3-2-2-3 schedule. There are also 2nd shift hours of Monday - Friday 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm. This specific role is hiring for both day and night shifts. Please note- Initial training may require the candidate to work a different schedule for a period of time, before moving to their permanent shift. (e.g. 5 days x 8 hours, 4 days x 10 hours, etc.) Some overtime work maybe required. Some of the products in manufacturing operations are known allergens and consequently, a post offer allergy test may be required. Employees are required to wear safety equipment (safety glasses, safety shoes, protective gloves, etc.) Training provided to move materials around with manual pallet jack, a motorized walkie-stacker pallet jack, and a motorized pallet jack Education Requirements: High School Diploma or GED. Other Information: This position is not permanent. It is for a fixed duration of two years extended annually up to four years and employed directly by Eli Lilly. It includes a competitive benefits package. This job description 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 description. As always, you should consult with your supervisor regarding your actual job responsibilities and any related duties that may be required for the position. 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 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 $17.30 - $34.38 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. WeAreLilly

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