Process Operator – Farm Animal Manufacturing Operations

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. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.

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 – Farm Animal Manufacturing Operations

As a Process Operator, you will be part of the manufacturing team supporting Clinton’s Farm Animal manufacturing operations across Fermentation, Product Recovery, and Product Finishing areas. In this role, you’ll operate and maintain large-scale processing equipment, support the production of animal health products, and ensure operations are performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

This posting will offer a one-time sign on bonus of $2,500!

Your Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor large-scale manufacturing and processing equipment across fermentation, recovery, and finishing operations while troubleshooting process and equipment issues as they arise

• Follow all production documentation, batch records, SOPs, and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance with cGMP, ISO 9000, FDA, OSHA, and site safety standards

• Support manufacturing activities including equipment cleaning, tank turnaround, material handling, filter rebuilds, packaging, and general production operations

• Identify process improvement opportunities, support preventive maintenance activities, and communicate operational issues to leadership and cross-functional teams

• Maintain a safe work environment by properly using PPE, following safety procedures, and supporting housekeeping and continuous improvement initiatives

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: High School Diploma / GED equivalent or 2-year technical degree

• Required Experience: A minimum of 2 years of manufacturing, industrial, or production experience in a regulated or process-driven environment; manufacturing, industrial, production, or hands-on operational experience preferred; candidates with strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting ability, and a demonstrated sense of ownership will also be considered

• Top 2 skills: Troubleshooting/problem-solving ability and strong attention to detail

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Experience working in a cGMP, FDA-regulated, or ISO 9000 manufacturing environment

• Experience operating large-scale industrial processing or semi-automated manufacturing equipment

• Familiarity with fermentation, material handling, blending, drying, filtration, packaging, or related manufacturing operations

• Fork truck experience and/or experience handling industrial raw materials and finished goods

• Experience supporting equipment cleaning, preventive maintenance, process monitoring, or continuous improvement activities

Additional Information:

• Location: Clinton Manufacturing Site – Clinton, IN – Onsite Work Environment

• Shift: Position may support a 12-hour rotating swing shift; days off may rotate every six weeks and days/nights may rotate every three months (approximately)

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 

• Up to 6% 401K matching 

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