Manufacturing Process Operator in Training

Elanco; Kentucky; On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits package

2-week shutdowns

Job summary

Elanco is seeking a Manufacturing Process Operator in Training at our Clinton, Indiana site. The role focuses on performing area-specific tasks with initiative and ownership while meeting quality, quantity, and cost targets under cGMP and environmental guidelines.

The position requires a HS Diploma or GED, ability to lift 50 pounds, and comfort with day/night 12-hour rotating shifts. A one-time $2,500 sign-on bonus is offered, with overtime and a full benefits package available.

Qualifications

• Education: HS Diploma or GED.
• Must wear PPE (safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, hearing protection, respirator).
• Strong documentation and teamwork skills needed.
• Ability to routinely lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production operations follow cGMP and maintain inspection readiness.
• Follow batch records, SOPs, equipment docs and sample submissions.
• Identify safety improvements and work with the team to implement them.
• Operate diverse large-scale processing equipment and support maintenance.
• Assist with environment and process monitoring as required.

Skills

cGMP awareness

PPE safety

Documentation skills

Teamwork

Heavy lifting

Education

HS Diploma/GED

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 – join our team today!

Your Role: Manufacturing Process Operator in Training

The Manufacturing Process Operator in Training will be responsible for performing all tasks and activities associated with the assigned area. You will be required to demonstrate a high level of initiative and ownership. Departmental goals include meeting quality, quantity and cost targets while maintaining safety, cGMP’s, and environmental compliance.

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

Your Responsibilities:

• Assures that production operations are performed according to cGMP and assists in keeping the department inspection ready through self-inspection and daily housekeeping in accordance with cGMP.

• Follow proper documentation and verification guidelines as they apply to all documents (e.g., batch production records, SOP’s, equipment, and sample submission).

• Suggests and implements departmental safety improvements while incorporating safety into daily activities and working in a team environment to identify improvements and addressing process and safety concerns.

• The work of an operator is not always in a climate control environment and may be subject to performing work outdoors during changing and challenging weather conditions.

• Depending upon the assigned area, operator will be expected to learn and operate several types of large-scale processing equipment which could include but not limited to, dryers, filter, baghouses, mills, baggers, pneumatic material transfers, fermenters, gas boiler, air compressors, water systems, chillers, cooling towers, forklifts, and product/raw material movement on/off site.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education : HS Diploma/ GED

• Must have the ability to wear required personal protective equipment including safety glasses, steel toed shoes, hearing protection, respirator (i.e., Bullard Hood, Dust Mask, and PAPR)

• Basic computer skills, good documentation skills, and good teamwork and interpersonal interaction skill.

• Ability to routinely handle 50-pound packages.

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

• Experience/Familiarity working in a cGMP-regulated environment

• Experience with equipment cleaning, sterilization, and tank turnaround activities

• Knowledge of process monitoring tools (e.g., pH, dissolved oxygen)

• Ability to analyze process data and drive performance improvements

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Additional Information:

• Location: Clinton, Indiana Manufacturing Site

• Must be able to work a Days and/or Nights, 12 hour rotating schedule; Manufacturing Process Operator will cover days, nights, weekends, and holidays that are required and dictated by their schedule.

• Overtime varies by department and individual roles, and it is neither consistent nor regular; overtime is offered equally on a volunteer bases, but some mandatory overtime may occur.

• Completion of work simulation, post offer exam, background screening, and physical/medical evaluation

• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Elanco does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, F-1/OPT or TN status) for this employment position.

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

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. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice.