Lab Operations & Training Pro - Compliance & Development

Iowa Ag; Fort Dodge (IA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

Annual bonus

Flexible work arrangements

401K matching

Job summary

Elanco is seeking a Lab Operations & Training Specialist to support Technical Development laboratory operations in Fort Dodge, IA. You will coordinate training programs, manage LMS activities, and support the Quality Management System (QMS) and documentation processes.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve training, quality documentation, and lab workflows. The role requires a relevant degree with 5–8 years (or 4–6 years for a Master’s) in lab operations or a related

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's in a relevant discipline with 5–8/4–6 years of experience.
• Experience in laboratory operations, technical development, or related scientific environment.
• Experience in adult learning, training and development or related HR/talent development.
• High learning agility and ability to apply knowledge to science-based curricula.
• Experience coordinating and creating training programs including assignments, tracking, records and classroom delivery.
• Experience using LMS and interactive learning tools (e.g., Articulate 360).
• Strong verbal, facilitation, and written communication; high ethics and quality standards.
• Authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not anticipated.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Technical Development training program, including assignments, completion tracking, records, and course development.
• Develop training courses with Subject Matter Experts and oversee execution for science-related areas.
• Deliver in-person training on general business skills for employee development.
• Support Veeva QMS activities including document workflows and user support.
• Maintain compliant laboratory documentation standards and records.
• Partner with Technical Development staff to improve training and documentation workflows.
• Contribute to a safe, compliant lab environment while collaborating across teams.

Skills

Adult learning

Training coordination

LMS management

Facilitation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline

Master's Degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

LMS

Articulate 360

Veeva QMS

Job description

Elanco is seeking a Lab Operations & Training Specialist to support Technical Development laboratory operations in Fort Dodge, IA. You will coordinate training programs, manage LMS activities, and support the Quality Management System (QMS) and documentation processes.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve training, quality documentation, and lab workflows. The role requires a relevant degree with 5–8 years (or 4–6 years for a Master’s) in lab operations or a related