Eli Lilly and Company
Sr. Director - API Manufacturing Quality Control
Eli Lilly and Company, Glen Allen, Virginia, United States, 23060
Sr. Director - API Manufacturing Quality Control
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Eli Lilly and Company 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.
Lilly is currently constructing an advanced manufacturing facility for production of API molecules. This facility is intended to provide APIs for current and future products, including new modalities. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of the leadership team for the startup of a greenfield manufacturing site, and the successful candidate will help to build the organization, the facility and the culture to enable a successful startup into GMP manufacturing operations.
Position Overview The Sr. Director – QC provides strategic and administrative leadership for the quality control and analytical sciences laboratories at a new Lilly API site. This role ensures the development of essential capabilities and business processes to support site operations and Lilly’s expanding pipeline.
Responsibilities
Build and lead a high-performing Quality Laboratory Operations team
Ensure GMP compliance across all lab activities
Deliver the “lab of the future” vision with integrated digital, paperless processes
Collaborate with local and global quality teams to standardize lab design, processes, and systems
Participate in site and quality leadership teams
Drive strategic decisions and successful business outcomes
Coordinate lab-related planning and budget management
Promote cross-functional integration and communication
Maintain a safe, compliant work environment
Serve as a liaison for corporate communications
Compliance Oversight
Ensure consistent quality and compliance across laboratories
Manage regulatory and internal inspections
Personnel Development
Lead HR planning, performance management, and talent development
Recruit and build site capabilities for a high-functioning QC lab organization
Ensure strong administrative and technical leadership within the team
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (STEM preferred)
10+ years of supporting complex analytical testing (mass spec, bioassay, protein characterization)
5+ years of supervisory/leadership experience
Additional Preferences
Knowledge of QC operations, new product introduction, and process development
Expertise in analytical lab quality and compliance requirements
Experience with regulatory submissions
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer systems
Strong technical writing and communication skills
Effective interpersonal skills with ability to lead leaders and influence cross-functionally
Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment
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 for further assistance. 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 $151,500 - $222,200. Full-time employees are eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). Lilly offers a comprehensive benefits program including a 401(k), pension, vacation, medical/dental/vision, flexible benefits, life and other benefits. Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs at its discretion.
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Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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Sr. Director - API Manufacturing Quality Control
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Eli Lilly and Company 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.
Lilly is currently constructing an advanced manufacturing facility for production of API molecules. This facility is intended to provide APIs for current and future products, including new modalities. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of the leadership team for the startup of a greenfield manufacturing site, and the successful candidate will help to build the organization, the facility and the culture to enable a successful startup into GMP manufacturing operations.
Position Overview The Sr. Director – QC provides strategic and administrative leadership for the quality control and analytical sciences laboratories at a new Lilly API site. This role ensures the development of essential capabilities and business processes to support site operations and Lilly’s expanding pipeline.
Responsibilities
Build and lead a high-performing Quality Laboratory Operations team
Ensure GMP compliance across all lab activities
Deliver the “lab of the future” vision with integrated digital, paperless processes
Collaborate with local and global quality teams to standardize lab design, processes, and systems
Participate in site and quality leadership teams
Drive strategic decisions and successful business outcomes
Coordinate lab-related planning and budget management
Promote cross-functional integration and communication
Maintain a safe, compliant work environment
Serve as a liaison for corporate communications
Compliance Oversight
Ensure consistent quality and compliance across laboratories
Manage regulatory and internal inspections
Personnel Development
Lead HR planning, performance management, and talent development
Recruit and build site capabilities for a high-functioning QC lab organization
Ensure strong administrative and technical leadership within the team
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (STEM preferred)
10+ years of supporting complex analytical testing (mass spec, bioassay, protein characterization)
5+ years of supervisory/leadership experience
Additional Preferences
Knowledge of QC operations, new product introduction, and process development
Expertise in analytical lab quality and compliance requirements
Experience with regulatory submissions
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer systems
Strong technical writing and communication skills
Effective interpersonal skills with ability to lead leaders and influence cross-functionally
Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment
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 for further assistance. 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 $151,500 - $222,200. Full-time employees are eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). Lilly offers a comprehensive benefits program including a 401(k), pension, vacation, medical/dental/vision, flexible benefits, life and other benefits. Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs at its discretion.
#WeAreLilly
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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