Process Operator – Packaging (Manufacturing)
At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!
As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. We're driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life' and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.
At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you'll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.
Making animals' lives better makes life better – join our team today!
Your Role: Process Operator – Packaging
As a Process Operator - Packaging, you will be part of the C1 Operations team responsible for producing animal health products that meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards. In this role, you'll be responsible for formulation, blending, bagging, and labeling, while maintaining cGMP compliance and driving continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.
Your Responsibilities:
Operate large-scale processing equipment and troubleshoot production issues using data analysis
Ensure all production activities comply with cGMP, safety, and environmental regulations
Complete accurate and compliant documentation for batch records, SOPs, and sample submissions
Operate fork trucks and handle heavy materials (up to 60 lbs)
Communicate process issues and improvement opportunities to team members and leadership
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Experience: Experience in a manufacturing or production environment
Top 2 skills: Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail with strong problem-solving skills
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
Experience in bagging operations
Familiarity with flammable solvent handling
Troubleshooting experience with vacuum, labeling, and vision systems
Demonstrated initiative in safety improvements
Prior experience working 12-hour rotating shifts
Additional Information:
Location: Clinton, IN Manufacturing Site
Shift: 12-hour rotating day shift with possible transition to night shifts depending on business needs
This position is a fixed duration employee with a one-year contract, annually renewable for up to 4 years with a potential for a full-time position, based on individual performance and business needs.
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
Elanco Benefits and Perks:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
8-week parental leave
9 Employee Resource Groups
Flexible work arrangements
Up to 6% 401K matching
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and 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
