Bacterins Operator (1st Shift (M-F 6:00am - 2:30pm)

Elanco; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Elanco is seeking a Bacterins Operator for 1st shift (M-F, 6:00am - 2:30pm) to handle media addition, inoculation, downstreaming, dispensing and final filtration of live and inactivated bacterial antigen. The role requires independent work with adherence to SOPs and cGMP practices.

Responsibilities include aseptic production operations, equipment handling for antigen production, inventory management, and strict attendance to safety policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to train others.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures.
• Document operations with strict adherence to cGMP documentation practices.
• Demonstrated analytical skill / problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform aseptic operations for production processes in the Bacterin area.
• Operate automated and semi-automated equipment used for antigen production.
• Assemble, wrap, sterilize, deliver and inventory bacterin equipment and tanks.
• Routine and consistent attendance is necessary and important to safety and policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Procedures reading

cGMP documentation

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

Your Role:

Bacterins Operator - 1st Shift (M-F 6:00am - 2:30pm) A Bacterin Operator will be responsible for the media addition, inoculation, down-streaming, dispensing and final filtration of live and inactivated Bacterial Antigen. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision in accordance with standard methods, standard operation procedures, and manufacturing directions using proper laboratory techniques. The operator must adhere to the policies.

Your Responsibilities:

• Perform aseptic operations for production processes performed within the Bacterin area.
• Proper operation of automated and semi-automated equipment used in relation to Antigen production.
• For example, Sharples units and Concentrator Units.
• Will be responsible for assembling, wrapping, sterilizing, delivery and maintaining inventory of Bacterins equipment and tanks and any other equipment/tank needs for the area as deemed necessary by department management.
• Routine and consistent attendance is necessary and important to the safety and operational policies and will be required to retain this bid.

What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to train others.
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow written procedures.
• Document operations with strict adherence to cGMP documentation practices.
• Demonstrated analytical skill / problem solving skills – identifies problems; recognizes symptoms, causes, and alternative solution.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Knowledge of Hazardous Waste Handling, Decontamination and Sterilization.
• Understanding of Basic GMP/Documentation practices, Basic Laboratory Practices, Measurements, Biology and Microbiology.
• Understanding of operating in an aseptic environment.

Additional Information:

Must be able to lift up to 60lbs. and hold above waist level while maintaining sterility.

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

Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job-related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer.

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Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders, and society as a whole. With nearly 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to helping our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on our local and global communities.

At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching life and our Elanco Healthy Purpose CSR framework - all to advance the health of animals, people and the planet.

Learn more at www.elanco.com.