Overview
On Site
USD 63,750.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Communication
Legal
Functional Requirements
Manufacturing Execution System
IDS
Status Reports
Documentation
Management
Release Management
Chemistry
Pharmacy
Science
Information Technology
MES
Pharmaceutics
GMP
Information Security
Cyber Security
Computerized System Validation
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Manufacturing
Business Process
Decision-making
Account Management
Research
Effective Communication
Presentations
SAP BASIS
Chinese
Japanese
Leadership
Network
Health Care
Life Insurance
Promotions
Job Details
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.
The MES Engineer supports, develops and/or deploys manufacturing execution systems and equipment to fulfill business needs. Provide in-depth support for new and existing manufacturing applications, systems and equipment relying on applicants' business area knowledge and computer skills. Solves existing system problems, analyzes information designs, programs and/or implements new systems or enhancements to existing systems in accordance with company standards and guidelines.
Key objectives/deliverables:
Develop application knowledge and business context
Be an expert and resource in the business use of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) applications
Accurately translate business processes, which may span multiple areas, into technical terms, and vice versa
Leverage knowledge and communication of/with the business to create or update electronic execution tickets
Build and maintain awareness and knowledge of regulatory, legal, or quality requirements impacting the business areas, and ensure that solution requirements comply
Assist the Global next generation MES team and third parties in the validation of the MES System during the deployment of the application in the site
Lead the delivery and support of digital solutions and electronic tickets from the site perspective
Work with the business to identify and capture new opportunities, improve processes, and optimize the value IDS can provide
Work with the business to define changes to our manufacturing process that have an impact into our electronic tickets and make the appropriate changes
Manage the manufacturing area agenda and workload to ensure correct delivery and prioritization
Effectively influence the business to drive value and to implement the appropriate digital solutions, and challenge different levels of the organization
Provide status reporting and manage issue escalations
Produce and maintain local project and validation documentation
Ensure systems remain in a validated state and manage their lifecycle through releases, recapitalization, and retirement
Ensure the incident, problem, configuration, and change/release management are all accomplished in alignment with and understanding of business need
Basic Requirements:
Bachelor of Science degree in IT, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Science, Engineering, or related field
3+ years of relevant work experience in information technology, engineering, business support or related areas
Experience working with a MES in GMP setting (e.g. PharmaSuite)
Ability to effectively communicate with business stakeholders and IT subject matter experts, understanding and speaking the language of both
Additional Skills/Preferences:
Prior work experience working in pharma or other GMP setting
Prior experience working in information security and/or cyber security
Demonstrated ability to influence without authority
Solid knowledge of Computer System Validation process
Demonstrated ability to analyze, anticipate, and resolve complex issues (technical, operational, or business-related) through sound problem-solving skills
Effectively prioritize and escalate issues
Demonstrated learning agility and curiosity
Demonstrated ability to understand manufacturing business processes and convert into IT requirements/solutions
Demonstrated ability to evaluate, facilitate, and drive towards risk-based decision making
Desire and ability to communicate using a variety of methods in diverse forums
Strong account management skills, including research, listening, effective communication and presentation
Additional Information:
Position is located in Concord, North Carolina
Full time position onsite
10% -15% Traveling and occasional off hours and weekend work is expected
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. 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
$63,750 - $180,400
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
The MES Engineer supports, develops and/or deploys manufacturing execution systems and equipment to fulfill business needs. Provide in-depth support for new and existing manufacturing applications, systems and equipment relying on applicants' business area knowledge and computer skills. Solves existing system problems, analyzes information designs, programs and/or implements new systems or enhancements to existing systems in accordance with company standards and guidelines.
Key objectives/deliverables:
Develop application knowledge and business context
Be an expert and resource in the business use of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) applications
Accurately translate business processes, which may span multiple areas, into technical terms, and vice versa
Leverage knowledge and communication of/with the business to create or update electronic execution tickets
Build and maintain awareness and knowledge of regulatory, legal, or quality requirements impacting the business areas, and ensure that solution requirements comply
Assist the Global next generation MES team and third parties in the validation of the MES System during the deployment of the application in the site
Lead the delivery and support of digital solutions and electronic tickets from the site perspective
Work with the business to identify and capture new opportunities, improve processes, and optimize the value IDS can provide
Work with the business to define changes to our manufacturing process that have an impact into our electronic tickets and make the appropriate changes
Manage the manufacturing area agenda and workload to ensure correct delivery and prioritization
Effectively influence the business to drive value and to implement the appropriate digital solutions, and challenge different levels of the organization
Provide status reporting and manage issue escalations
Produce and maintain local project and validation documentation
Ensure systems remain in a validated state and manage their lifecycle through releases, recapitalization, and retirement
Ensure the incident, problem, configuration, and change/release management are all accomplished in alignment with and understanding of business need
Basic Requirements:
Bachelor of Science degree in IT, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Science, Engineering, or related field
3+ years of relevant work experience in information technology, engineering, business support or related areas
Experience working with a MES in GMP setting (e.g. PharmaSuite)
Ability to effectively communicate with business stakeholders and IT subject matter experts, understanding and speaking the language of both
Additional Skills/Preferences:
Prior work experience working in pharma or other GMP setting
Prior experience working in information security and/or cyber security
Demonstrated ability to influence without authority
Solid knowledge of Computer System Validation process
Demonstrated ability to analyze, anticipate, and resolve complex issues (technical, operational, or business-related) through sound problem-solving skills
Effectively prioritize and escalate issues
Demonstrated learning agility and curiosity
Demonstrated ability to understand manufacturing business processes and convert into IT requirements/solutions
Demonstrated ability to evaluate, facilitate, and drive towards risk-based decision making
Desire and ability to communicate using a variety of methods in diverse forums
Strong account management skills, including research, listening, effective communication and presentation
Additional Information:
Position is located in Concord, North Carolina
Full time position onsite
10% -15% Traveling and occasional off hours and weekend work is expected
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. 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
$63,750 - $180,400
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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