LOCATION: Indianapolis, IN

The Aseptic Process Engineer- Syringe Filling provides technical leadership and high-level engineering expertise for all syringe filling and inspection operations in the Parenteral Plant.

KEY OBJECTIVES/DELIVERABLES:

Coach and mentor engineering associates in aspects of syringe filling and handling, including: process knowledge, problem solving, project management, and engineering design.  Provide companywide syringe process expertise.  Identify syringe process knowledge gaps that impact equipment and process capability.  Review and track key syringe filling line process metrics.  Improve throughput and optimize the syringe filling
line(s)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.  Minimum of 10 years syringe filling experience (Design or operations of syringe filling / processing equipment).   Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be
employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship
for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment
position.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS/PREFERENCES: Technology Glass handling and/ or glass fractographical experience.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:  Day Shift, possible after-hour support.

Project Delivery and/or Plant Shutdown may coincide with
company holidays.

Occasional travel may be required for training,
conferences, capital projects, and support additional syringe filling sites.

Location: Boston, MA
Ideal Candidate: Flow Cytometry; Sales experience in immunology, hematology or flow cytometry related products.

Qualifications: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a Biology or other scientific discipline.  A minimum of 2 years hands of laboratory experience.  A valid driver’s license.
Ability to travel a minimum of 50%

The Account Manager is responsible to maintain and establish growth of the current Academic, Biotech, and Clinical Market customer base. Primary responsibilities also include developing and creating new business opportunities through promoting the reagent portfolio, working strategically  with their Instrument Sales Specialist, Phama Business Development Manager, and Distribution Representatives.  The Account Manager will actively seek to convert competitive business in assigned territory leading to increased revenues for the company. The Account Manager is directly responsible for achieving their territory sales growth.  This position is located in the Houston, TX area.

Responsibilities: Develop Territorial Business Plan to achieve sales goals inclusive of influencing territorial luminaries via new products/applications positioning.  Develop and maintain adequate short/long term sales pipeline to consistently generate profitable revenue.  Achievement of revenues goals by  growing existing customer bases as well as conversions of competitive accounts.  Strategically work with their Regional Business Manager to build growth business plans around Strategic Accounts.  Ensure all Price Requests are renewed  as appropriate.  Building team relationships with other Company’s Biosciences Sales, Service, and Technical Support Associates to maximize sales revenues while promoting opportunities, harmony, and territorial management.  Develops and maintains one on one relationship  with key distributor sales reps within assigned areas.  Perform other related duties and  assignments as required.

Assets:  Life Science sales experience.  MBA a plus.  Flow Cytometry experience.  Familiar with Life Science Research, clinical Immunology, Hematology and/or Flow Cytometry.  Working knowledge of automated biomedical instrumentation and computer technology.  Effective meeting, training, and presentation skills.  Experience in managing both internal and external budgets and resources, conducting pre-call planning, and ability to prioritize and segment accounts.  Effective interpersonal skills. Effective written and oral communications skills.  Effective organization and planning  skills.  Effective selling and negotiation skills.  Effective decision making/problem solving skills. Effective computer skills, i.e., Lotus Notes, Excel, Word,  etc

Please send information to:  resumes@acquis.com or call 732-280-8425. Thank You!

Location: Boston, MA
Ideal Candidate: Flow Cytometry; Sales experience in immunology, hematology or flow cytometry related products.

Qualifications: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a Biology or other scientific discipline.  A minimum of 2 years hands of laboratory experience.  A valid driver’s license.
Ability to travel a minimum of 50%

The Account Manager is responsible to maintain and establish growth of the current Academic, Biotech, and Clinical Market customer base. Primary responsibilities also include developing and creating new business opportunities through promoting the reagent portfolio, working strategically  with their Instrument Sales Specialist, Phama Business Development Manager, and Distribution Representatives.  The Account Manager will actively seek to convert competitive business in assigned territory leading to increased revenues for the company. The Account Manager is directly responsible for achieving their territory sales growth.  This position is located in the Boston, MA area.

Responsibilities: Develop Territorial Business Plan to achieve sales goals inclusive of influencing territorial luminaries via new products/applications positioning.  Develop and maintain adequate short/long term sales pipeline to consistently generate profitable revenue.  Achievement of revenues goals by  growing existing customer bases as well as conversions of competitive accounts.  Strategically work with their Regional Business Manager to build growth business plans around Strategic Accounts.  Ensure all Price Requests are renewed  as appropriate.  Building team relationships with other Company’s Biosciences Sales, Service, and Technical Support Associates to maximize sales revenues while promoting opportunities, harmony, and territorial management.  Develops and maintains one on one relationship  with key distributor sales reps within assigned areas.  Perform other related duties and  assignments as required.

Assets:  Life Science sales experience.  MBA a plus.  Flow Cytometry experience.  Familiar with Life Science Research, clinical Immunology, Hematology and/or Flow Cytometry.  Working knowledge of automated biomedical instrumentation and computer technology.  Effective meeting, training, and presentation skills.  Experience in managing both internal and external budgets and resources, conducting pre-call planning, and ability to prioritize and segment accounts.  Effective interpersonal skills. Effective written and oral communications skills.  Effective organization and planning  skills.  Effective selling and negotiation skills.  Effective decision making/problem solving skills. Effective computer skills, i.e., Lotus Notes, Excel, Word,  etc

Please send information to:  resumes@acquis.com or call 732-280-8425. Thank You!

Location: Texas – Freeport

Ideal Candidate:

7+ to 12 years of experience

BS Degree in Engineering Degree (Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical); Minimum 6 years manufacturing experience required, with a minimum of 12 years total engineering experience.  Prefer Petrochemicals experience.  Significant experience in manufacturing
operations, chemical processes, engineering and leading/supervising teams.

The Operations Excellence Manager will provide leadership responsibilities and activities for continuous improvement for Acrylic Monomers Unit.  Accountabilities
include aspects of tactical initiatives for EHS performance improvements, product quality, production volume, cost, customer satisfaction, employee/team development, and continuous/sustainable improvement.

Responsibilities: Cost- Responsible for leading improvement activities with expected impact on the operations costs for Acrylic Monomers.  Includes variable cost
accountabilities from yield, material usage and utilities performance.  Manager will have oversight and visibility to total operating costs on ongoing basis.   Responsible for guiding team decisions impacting cost and providing leadership to direct improvement activities to meet budget objectives in balance with plant operating demands.   Key measures includes:  Unit Ratio performance and Unit Conversion Cost.

Production Volume/Output-  Responsible for daily plant performance to
optimize production output.  Manager has accountability for executing activities for reliable plant performance including troubleshooting and process optimization.  Key measures include plant reliability, plant availability, plant uptime, time production output, and demonstrated capacity.
Quality-
Responsible for product manufactured in conformance with specifications
and customer requirements.  Manager has accountability for driving quality improvements for yield, total material yield (unit ratio conversion), product and auditing compliance and continuous improvement programs.  Key measures include total material yield, product Cpk, and continuous improvement savings.
Employee/Team Development-  Responsible for the development of the operations team to improve team members skills and capabilities for assessing and implementing continuous improvement actions.  Development may consist of delivery of “Lean” manufacturing concepts and tools, 6 sigma quality and capability concepts, design of experiments, root cause failure analysis, maintenance reliability methods, etc.
Assure programs are in place utilizing internal and/or external resources as needed with a framework that fosters team work and collaborative working environment.

Nature and Scope: This job has responsibility for leading improvement initiatives for the unit, including the ICON (TIPS), and may be developed within the unit or thru CP
Technology and other support functions.  The position has accountability for leading
defined unit operations improvement activities with latitude for independent
decision-making to fulfill the defined objectives for the unit.  The position works collaboratively with team members within the unit (Ops. Coordinator, Ops. Engineer, Maintenance Coordinator, Production Technician) as well as peers across the site for
consistency in leading common site improvement processes (i.e. Lean), and
contributes fully as a peer team member for implementation of improvement
initiatives at the Freeport Site.  Also participates among the CP operations and business team in alignment of production activities to achieve common business objectives.

Please send information to: resumes@acquis.com or call 732-280-8425. Thank You!

Engineering

Location: Chicago, IL

Ideal Candidate: Knowledge of engines, emission control catalysts, catalyst design, operation, and testing.  Knowledge of heavy duty diesel applications a plus.

Qualifications:

5 to 7 years experience

BS Chemistry of Engineering

Willingness to travel occasionally

The Applications Engineer will be responsible to provide technical and
engineering expertise in support of the Company’s Mobile Emissions catalysts
products, systems technologies, product demonstrations and technology delivery.

Responsibilities:

Provide technical engineering support to a major OEM customer for all programs (US 2013, Euro VI – Brazil). This position will manage all of the technical programs,  including the catalyst technology recommendations, catalyst samples, test programs, data analysis,
FMEA’s, DVP&R’s, production launch support and ongoing technical service.nn This position will work closely with the customer’s Sales Manager, R&D, and the Engine Test facilities to develop optimum after treatment catalyst solutions and integrate our catalyst technologies into the customer’s engine platforms. This is a resident engineer position located in the Chicago, Illinois area. Periodic travel is required

Qualifications: Minimum of a Bachelor Degree in a technical discipline (Chemistry or Engineering a strong asset); Master’s Degree in a technical discipline preferred; Minimum 5-10 years of experience in technical service or related fields; Requires strong technical skills, with knowledge of engines, emission control catalysts, catalyst design, operation, and testing; Knowledge of heavy duty diesel applications a plus; Must possess excellent communication, presentation, influencing and interpersonal skills, with the ability to deal effectively with external and internal customers at all levels.

Please send information to:  resumes@acquis.com or call 732-280-8425. Thank You!

Ideal Candidate:

7+ to 10 years of experience
Management Experience Required – Yes
Minimum Education – Master’s Degree
Willingness to Travel – Often

HR Management Under the direction of the HR Business Partner, the HR Manager will be accountable for providing the full range of Human Resources support for two (2) manufacturing facilities located in Elyria, OH & Erie, PA.  This position requires significant travel between the 2 sites 50% of the time.

 The HR Manager is responsible for the day to day HR management activities at the sites including:  Employee Relations, Recruiting & Staffing, Training, Compensation, Policy Interpretation & Implementation, Labor Relations, Organization Development, Talent Management, and Performance Management.  In addition, the HR Manager will support and implement corporate related projects, processes and initiatives. As an active member of the site leadership teams, the HR Manager will partner, consult and contribute to site decisions and strategy and translate these strategies into tangible HR priorities while ensuring the sites are in compliance with all applicable laws and company policies.

Legal Compliance

Interpret and ensure compliance and administration of employment laws and policies such as FLSA, FLMA, EEO, NLRA, Workers Compensation etc.

 Recruitment & Selection

Ensure the development and analysis of organizational demographic forecasts and analysis.

Develop, implement and manage the recruitment and selection strategy to ensure positions are filled on a timely basis with highly qualified candidates.

Policies & Procedures

Implement and monitor Human Resources policies and procedures.

Interpret and ensure compliance to company standards.

 Training & Career Development

Coordinate and manage training, development and succession planning activities ensuring appropriate plans are in place for all employees.

Engage the organization to enable cross developmental opportunities for employees.

Identify and analyze internal and external trends, determining training needs for the site and translates the requirements into training and development programs.

Coordinate and integrate the Talent Management process at the site to include detailed analysis of potential talent gaps and development of career plans.

Anticipate workforce planning / management issues and develop workforce strategies.

 Performance Management

Coordinate and manage the performance management process, ensuring clear communication to the organization, compliance, consistency and objectivity.

Provides leadership to ensure performance review evaluations are administered fairly and effectively.

 Compensation, Benefit & Payroll Administration

Support, implement and maintain appropriate compensation and benefit processes and programs at the site level.

Ensure the development of job descriptions, job analysis, analyzing salary surveys to monitor internal equity and market competitiveness.

Coordinate the process to ensure appropriate approvals and communicate recommended annual salary increase guidelines.

 Organizational Development

Collaborates with others in solving work related issues such as job design or organizational structure, giving or obtaining advice, developing and implementing solutions and evaluating results.

Support the business needs by applying frameworks, methods and tools to align process, structure and people systems.

  Employee & Labor Relations

Provide guidance and direction to managers for issue resolution and improved employee performance.

Evaluate employee relations and work-related issues and develops appropriate solutions within the framework of company policy and procedures.

Advocates, promotes and effectively manages the site environment, evaluating the site culture and employee relations issues; and ensures that management is aware of and proactively responds to employee engagement issues.

Coordinates all labor relations activities, counsels and advises managers in labor relations principles and contract administration; monitors grievance handling, and participates at the appropriate level; coordinates planning for contract negotiations and participates in bargaining sessions; assists in preparation for and conduction of arbitration proceedings and manages relationship with union representatives.

HR Information Systems

Ensures the integrity of the data in the HRIS system and facilitates the use of the system by ensuring that manager and employee information can be retrieved and utilized efficiently.

Projects and Initiatives

Manage corporate, divisional, business and HR-related projects and initiatives and drive their implementation in alignment with the business strategy.

Ensure the development of communication plans and facilitate employee communication sessions, as required.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or other related discipline.

Graduate degree, MBA and/or PHR/SPHR designation would be considered a strong asset.

8-10 years of experience as an HR Generalist required

3 years experience in a management capacity at a manufacturing facility.

Minimum of three (3) years of experience managing the labor relations function in a unionized manufacturing environment.

Experience presenting arbitration cases is required

Demonstrated ability to manage and administer a broad range of tasks including resolving complaints, and counseling managers and employees on the interpretation of policies, procedures and other site issues. 

Demonstrated knowledge of current and progressive principles and practices of human resources management. 

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive working relationships internally and externally. 

Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. state and federal laws and governmental compliance requirements.  Specific knowledge & experience with Ohio and Pennsylvania state regulations would be considered an asset.

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, interact and influence with all levels of management including production technicians, staff associates and senior management.

Strong understanding of business, financial and operational excellence acumen.

Demonstrated ability to use sound judgment and make decisions in a consistent manner. 

Willingness and ability to travel approx. 50% of the time on a regular basis.

Experience managing and leading teams is desired.

Location:  Tarrytown, NY

Ideal Candidate:  7+ to 10 years of experience
Management Experience Required – No
Minimum Education – Doctoral
Willingness to Travel – Occasionally

Specific Responsibilities Include:

- Develop differentiated new products that meet the needs of the Protective Coatings Market,especially in the areas of metal pretreatment and corrosion protection, and which drive business growth.

- Demonstrate the benefits of new product technologies in targeted applications and develop compelling data to support product promotion in the market place

- Develop world-class evaluation and characterization capabilities in collaboration with industry and academic leaders and with global customers

- Establish formulation guidelines based on a deep knowledge of the end application and the relevant fundamental chemistry

- Provide professional customer support related to the use of new products, including travel to customer sites as needed

- Develop solid understanding of relevant patent landscape and obtain effective patent coverage for proprietary technology and processes

Required Skills Required Education and Professional Qualifications:

- PhD in Chemistry, Material Science, Polymer Science, or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent through job-related work experience and training)

- At least 5-10 years of experience in the metal protective coatings industry in a product development role; preferably with strong practical experience in the metal pretreatment

industry

- Expert applications and formulation knowledge covering a range of protective and industrial maintenance coatings

- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously and work in a global cross-functional team environment with strong customer focus

- Demonstrated track record of high academic achievement and creative independent research

- Working knowledge of standard PC applications

- Proficient in basic statistics and Design of Experiment (DOE)

- Excellent oral and written communications skills in English

Chemicals Manufacturing

Location:  Indianapolis, Indiana

Ideal Candidate:

5+ to 7 years of experience
Management Experience Required – No
Minimum Education – Bachelor’s Degree
Willingness to Travel – Occasionally

The Chemical Engineer is responsible for preliminary and final process design work for new chemical manufacturing facilities and improvements to existing facilities. This includes performing detailed design calculations, identifying opportunities for process optimization, recommending process design changes, and assisting with the implementation and start-up of those recommendations. Some travel to our manufacturing sites will be required. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

    * Develop preliminary scope and plan for new projects, estimate preliminary project costs and    benefits.

    * Prepare new, or modify existing plant Process Flow Diagrams (PFD’s).

    * Complete detailed Material and Energy Balances for new or modified processes.

    * Prepare new or modified Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID’s).

    * Size and specify new process equipment and re-rate existing equipment for new capacities or services.

    * Size and specify Safety Relief Devices and vent systems.

    * Prepare new, or modify existing Plant Operating Procedures to accurately reflect project scope,

      control philosophy, and objectives.

    * Work with plant operating personnel to troubleshoot plant operation issues, especially when associated with project implementations.

    * Work on Continuous Improvement Projects as identified or needed. Areas of emphasis include:

      manufacturing cost reduction, capacity improvements/cycle time reductions, energy and waste

      reduction, and process reliability.

Education and Experience Requirements:

    * Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering.

    * 5 – 10 years experience in process design or process engineering.

    * Fundamental knowledge of continuous and batch chemical operations including reaction,

      distillation, heat exchange, solids handling, utilities and process control.

    * Problem solving skills including the ability to analyze technical data and make creative and

      balanced decisions.

    * Strong written and verbal communication skills.

    * Self motivated with the ability to take initiative and work successfully in cross functional teams.

    * Flexibility to work in both office and operating plant environments on a wide variety of activities.

    * Working Knowledge of process safety tools (PHA, LOPA, MOC, Root Cause Analysis, etc.).

Preferred Skills and Competencies:

    * Process simulation experience (Aspen Plus and/or PD-Plus, hydraulic modeling software).

    * Familiarity with Six Sigma processes.

    * Prior experience conducting process plant optimization