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Position Description:

The Operations Associate – Warehouse & Logistics supports the Concord Warehouse & Logistics organization by leading projects and process improvements that strengthen day-to-day operations. Reporting to the Warehouse Operations Manager, the role takes a leadership position on the area process team and the Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) safety program, serves as a liaison between Warehouse Operations and supporting functions, and helps drive change controls and quality / HSE event management. The Associate also provides leadership coverage in the absence of the Manager.

Key Objectives/Deliverables:

• Data gathering, development and monitoring of metrics.
• Investigate quality and HSE events, conduct root cause analysis and implement countermeasures.
• Lead the deviation process for the warehouse operations in collaboration with other functions.
• Lead continuous improvement (CI) initiatives for warehouse operations and ensure they are executed on time.
• Provide operational and project support for the business responsibilities within Concord Warehouse Operations.
• Manage warehouse capacity; propose and implement projects, as required.
• Implement assigned projects end to end: deliver analysis, propose solutions, and partner with departments across the site to bring them to completion.
• Assist with the development and implementation of new and revised processes and procedures as required.
• Provide analysis of specific operational or business processes as identified by management.
• Ensure that all safety practices, policies, and rules are followed and enforced.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience).
• Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• This role works in a warehouse environment and requires the ability to operate or be certified on powered industrial trucks and to perform the physical demands of the position.

Additional Skills/ Preferences

• Experience in areas of materials management, logistics, warehousing, and distribution.
• Experience in manufacturing operations and/or manufacturing support functions.
• Experience with SAP S4/HANA, and preference with knowledge of EWM.
• Knowledge of GMP requirements.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• APICS CPIM certification is a plus.
• Career interests in operations or supply chain leadership.

Additional Information

• Must be flexible to attend meetings or support off-shifts as necessary.

This job specification is intended to provide a general overview of the job requirements at the time it was prepared. The job requirements of any position may change over time and may include additional responsibilities not specifically described in the job specification. As always, you should consult with your supervisor regarding your actual job responsibilities and any related duties that may be required for the position. 

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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location.  The anticipated wage for this position is

$58,500 - $137,500

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.

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