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At Lilly in Germany, we are currently planning and building a high-tech production facility in Alzey (Rhineland-Palatinate), which will expand our production of injectable drugs from 2027 and employ up to 1,000 specialists. To make the most of our innovative production site, we are looking for motivated reinforcements who, together with us, will ensure the supply of Lilly medicines in Germany, Europe, and worldwide, in line with the three Lilly values of "Excellence," "Integrity," and "Respect for People."

Join our Lilly team in Alzey and start as soon as possible as:

Technician, Quality Control - Environmental Monitoring (m/w/d)

What tasks await you?

• Provide support for Parenteral Operations by performing environmental monitoring of classified manufacturing , filling areas and utility sampling/analysis within Parenteral Operations and QC Laboratory buildings.
• Assist QC Environmental Monitoring management with training and support in manufacturing areas during routine environmental monitoring and utility sampling.
• Support daily EM laboratory operations including sample incubation, reading, and verification.
• Support process/equipment qualification activities as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and maintain constant inspection-readiness.
• Ensure data integrity is maintained.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to help improve productivity within the local process team or quality organization.
• Perform routine and investigational environmental monitoring in classified biopharmaceutical manufacturing and filling areas (including cleanrooms, RABS, isolators).
• Support QC Microbiology laboratory operations: sample incubation, reading, verification, contamination control, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, data integrity, and inspection readiness.

How do you convince us?

• High School Diploma or equivalent; associate degree in Microbiology or a closely related life science field.
• 3+ years of demonstrated relevant experience in performing Environmental Monitoring in a GMP Pharmaceutical Manufacturing facility, preferably associated with aseptic production.
• Demonstrated ability in performing environmental monitoring techniques including, but not limited to, viable surface monitoring, viable and non-viable air monitoring, compressed air monitoring, and water (potable, purified water, water for injection, clean steam) collection and analysis.
• Previous experience with Laboratory IT systems such as LIMS, LES, and MODA.
• Experience supporting regulatory inspections and maintaining inspection readiness.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, travel (up to 10%), and participate in short-term assignments at other manufacturing sites.

Additional Skills/Preferences

• Fluent in English and German.
• Demonstrated understanding of cGMP regulations and GMP production environments.
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to maintain quality systems.
• Proven ability to work independently or as part of a team to resolve an issue.
• Previous regulatory inspection readiness and inspection execution experience.
• Previous experience supporting Aseptic manufacturing or production (traditional clean room, Restricted Access Barrier Systems, Isolators).
• Understanding of compliance requirements and regulatory expectations for lab systems including EM.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to train/mentor QC Environmental Monitoring Technicians.
• Ability to gown into facility dedicated cleanroom attire, as required to perform job responsibilities.
• Experience with parenteral products and aseptic manufacturing.
• Advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.

Additional Information

• Primary location is Alzey, Germany.
• Ability to travel (approximately 10%).
• Ability for Short Term Assignment (6-9 Months) in a Parenteral Products Network (PPN) established manufacturing site prior to starting the role.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts to support production operations; hiring for multiple shifts.
• Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time.

What can you look forward to with us?

• Pioneering spirit: Become part of a team of specialized professionals that will grow to up to 1,000 colleagues over the next three years.
• Innovation: You will work in a medical high-tech production facility equipped with the most advanced technology.
• Creative freedom: From the beginning, you will have the freedom to contribute your ideas and implement them in cross-functional teams.
• Development: We value the individual career development of our employees and ensure fair access to professional development worldwide through our "Corporate Lilly University."
• Financial benefits: In addition to your attractive salary, we offer you the option of an excellent company pension plan and other individual benefits.

Have we piqued your interest? Then please apply online with your complete application documents through our applicant portal. We look forward to your application!

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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 does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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