BioSpace
Sr. Manager – Reliability Engineering - Lilly Medicine Foundry
BioSpace, Lebanon, Indiana, United States, 46052
Overview
Sr. Manager – Reliability Engineering - Lilly Medicine Foundry role at BioSpace. Lilly recently announced a $4.5 billion investment to create the Lilly Medicine Foundry, a new center for advanced manufacturing and drug development. The Findry will combine research and manufacturing in a single location to optimize manufacturing processes and increase capacity for clinical trial medicines while reducing costs and environmental impact. The Senior Manager – Reliability leads the reliability engineering function within the center for advanced manufacturing research, overseeing a team dedicated to maximizing performance, dependability, and availability of process and utility equipment supporting pharmaceutical research and manufacturing. This leadership role ensures that all reliability programs and initiatives align with the organization’s goals for safety, quality, innovation, and operational excellence, directly impacting the delivery of novel medicines for clinical trials.
Responsibilities
Direct the strategic development and implementation of reliability programs to support advanced manufacturing research and ensure high standards of equipment performance, safety, and compliance.
Own and oversee system and equipment reliability programs for all Lilly Medicine Foundry (LMF) assets.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of reliability engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and technical excellence.
Ensure robust monitoring, reporting, and analysis of equipment performance data to proactively identify trends, implement corrective actions, and prevent potential reliability issues.
Support cross-functional teams within manufacturing and research by ensuring equipment and utilities enable uninterrupted, high-quality, and compliant pharmaceutical development.
Champion health, safety, environmental, and cost optimization objectives as part of the overall reliability strategy.
Engage with external partners, conferences, and training opportunities to keep the organization at the forefront of reliability engineering advancements.
Ensure performance and corrective action of root cause failure analysis on systems and components.
Perform supervisory tasks including performance management for reliability engineers and technicians.
Oversee the mechanical integrity program for LMF.
Align the local reliability program with Lilly’s global reliability program through the Engineering Technology Center (ETC), while enabling flexibility for the Foundry’s critical assets.
Leverage new technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive innovation in reliability by identifying data trends and enabling predictive maintenance practices.
Basic Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related technical field
Professional experience in reliability engineering or a related field with demonstrated leadership and people management skills
Demonstrated expertise in equipment reliability programs, predictive maintenance, and advanced analytical methods
Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder engagement abilities
Additional Preferences
Certified Reliability Engineer or Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional
Strong knowledge of Maximo/GMARS and Business Objects
Strong knowledge of FDA GMPs, ISO standards, deviation management and change controls
Knowledge of automation systems/software to facilitate data collection (e.g., data historians)
Training in RCM, FMEA, and/or RCFA facilitation
Six Sigma Green Belt
Knowledge of Weibull analysis, Life Cycle Cost analysis, TPM practices
Other Information
Initial location at Lilly Technology Center, Indianapolis; permanent location at the Lilly Medicines Foundry in Lebanon, Indiana
Must be available to provide leadership and guidance outside of standard working hours when necessary, including on-site presence for critical incidents
Willingness to travel offsite to support the business, attend external conferences, or participate in specialized training as required
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 contact the company for 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.
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $99,000 - $145,200. Full-time employees are eligible for a company bonus (dependent on company and individual performance). Lilly offers a comprehensive benefits program including 401(k), pension, vacation, medical/dental/vision, flexible benefits, life insurance, time off, and well-being programs.
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Sr. Manager – Reliability Engineering - Lilly Medicine Foundry role at BioSpace. Lilly recently announced a $4.5 billion investment to create the Lilly Medicine Foundry, a new center for advanced manufacturing and drug development. The Findry will combine research and manufacturing in a single location to optimize manufacturing processes and increase capacity for clinical trial medicines while reducing costs and environmental impact. The Senior Manager – Reliability leads the reliability engineering function within the center for advanced manufacturing research, overseeing a team dedicated to maximizing performance, dependability, and availability of process and utility equipment supporting pharmaceutical research and manufacturing. This leadership role ensures that all reliability programs and initiatives align with the organization’s goals for safety, quality, innovation, and operational excellence, directly impacting the delivery of novel medicines for clinical trials.
Responsibilities
Direct the strategic development and implementation of reliability programs to support advanced manufacturing research and ensure high standards of equipment performance, safety, and compliance.
Own and oversee system and equipment reliability programs for all Lilly Medicine Foundry (LMF) assets.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of reliability engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and technical excellence.
Ensure robust monitoring, reporting, and analysis of equipment performance data to proactively identify trends, implement corrective actions, and prevent potential reliability issues.
Support cross-functional teams within manufacturing and research by ensuring equipment and utilities enable uninterrupted, high-quality, and compliant pharmaceutical development.
Champion health, safety, environmental, and cost optimization objectives as part of the overall reliability strategy.
Engage with external partners, conferences, and training opportunities to keep the organization at the forefront of reliability engineering advancements.
Ensure performance and corrective action of root cause failure analysis on systems and components.
Perform supervisory tasks including performance management for reliability engineers and technicians.
Oversee the mechanical integrity program for LMF.
Align the local reliability program with Lilly’s global reliability program through the Engineering Technology Center (ETC), while enabling flexibility for the Foundry’s critical assets.
Leverage new technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive innovation in reliability by identifying data trends and enabling predictive maintenance practices.
Basic Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related technical field
Professional experience in reliability engineering or a related field with demonstrated leadership and people management skills
Demonstrated expertise in equipment reliability programs, predictive maintenance, and advanced analytical methods
Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder engagement abilities
Additional Preferences
Certified Reliability Engineer or Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional
Strong knowledge of Maximo/GMARS and Business Objects
Strong knowledge of FDA GMPs, ISO standards, deviation management and change controls
Knowledge of automation systems/software to facilitate data collection (e.g., data historians)
Training in RCM, FMEA, and/or RCFA facilitation
Six Sigma Green Belt
Knowledge of Weibull analysis, Life Cycle Cost analysis, TPM practices
Other Information
Initial location at Lilly Technology Center, Indianapolis; permanent location at the Lilly Medicines Foundry in Lebanon, Indiana
Must be available to provide leadership and guidance outside of standard working hours when necessary, including on-site presence for critical incidents
Willingness to travel offsite to support the business, attend external conferences, or participate in specialized training as required
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 contact the company for 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.
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $99,000 - $145,200. Full-time employees are eligible for a company bonus (dependent on company and individual performance). Lilly offers a comprehensive benefits program including 401(k), pension, vacation, medical/dental/vision, flexible benefits, life insurance, time off, and well-being programs.
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