Join Eli Lilly and Company, a global healthcare leader, as a Senior Director – Quality Control at our advanced API manufacturing facility in Lebanon, Indiana. Contribute to innovative API production for small molecules and peptides in a USFDA-compliant environment.
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Job Details
- Position: Senior Director – Quality Control
- Category: Manufacturing/Quality
- Job Type: Full-Time, Regular
- Location: Lebanon, Indiana, USA (Lilly Lebanon API)
- Job ID: R-88458
- Salary Range: $151,500–$222,200 annually, plus company bonus
- Application: Submit resume via Lilly Careers Portal. Accommodation requests: Workplace Accommodation Form
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Quality Control (QC) Labs, ensuring technical excellence and GMP compliance
- Oversee testing for small molecule and peptide APIs per ICH guidelines
- Review and approve documents, including investigations, validations, and change controls
- Collaborate with production, R&D, and regulatory teams to achieve quality objectives
- Support USFDA inspections and engage with external stakeholders
- Drive process optimization and technical projects to enhance efficiency
- Mentor QC staff, fostering innovation and accountability
- Influence site and network strategies through Lilly’s governance forums
- Support technology transfers with Lilly’s R&D teams
Minimum Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or Engineering
- Experience: 10+ years in Quality Control leadership in pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Skills: Expertise in cGMP, ICH Q7, and validation protocols
Additional Preferences
- Proficiency with Empower software and LIMS systems
- Experience with complex regulatory issues and USFDA compliance
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders
- Strategic thinking to balance short- and long-term goals
- Enthusiasm for startup environments and team collaboration
Why Join Lilly?
Lilly, headquartered in Indianapolis, is a pioneer in healthcare innovation, with a $1.2B investment in the Lebanon API facility—its largest ever. This greenfield site offers a unique opportunity to build QC processes from the ground up, supported by Lilly’s global network. Benefits include:
- Competitive Pay: $151,500–$222,200 annually, plus performance bonuses
- Comprehensive Benefits: 401(k), pension, Cigna medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and well-being programs
- Inclusive Culture: Supported by ERGs like PRIDE and enAble
- Career Growth: Access to Lilly Learning Hub for training
- Global Impact: Deliver medicines to 100+ countries
How to Apply
- Submit your resume via Lilly Careers Portal
- Request accommodations at Workplace Accommodation Form
- Highlight 10+ years of QC leadership and cGMP expertise
- Include certifications and key project achievements
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Prepare for the Opportunity
- Showcase Leadership: Detail experience managing QC teams and USFDA audits
- Technical Skills: Emphasize proficiency with Empower and LIMS
- Research Lilly: Explore Lilly’s Innovation and Lebanon API facility
- Be Adaptable: Demonstrate readiness for a startup site’s dynamic needs
About Lilly Lebanon API
The Lebanon API facility is Lilly’s flagship investment, designed for advanced API production, including new modalities. As Senior Director, you’ll shape GMP-compliant QC processes, ensuring quality for global markets. Learn more at Lilly Manufacturing.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lilly is an EEO employer, fostering diversity through ERGs like Women’s Initiative and Veterans Leadership Network. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, or disability. See Lilly’s DEI Commitment.
Contact Us
For queries, visit Lilly Careers or email careers@lilly.com. Join Lilly to drive healthcare innovation at our Lebanon API facility!