Media Prep Technician - 3rd Shift (Monday-Thursday, 8pm-6:30am)

Elanco Tiergesundheit AG; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Elanco Animal Health Incorporated seeks a Media Prep Technician for the 3rd Shift (Mon-Thu, 8pm-6:30am) to support aseptic production, documentation, and LEAN integration. You will contribute to safe vaccine production meeting all quality standards, with responsibilities across batch records, equipment operation, and inventory management.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma with experience or an advanced degree in microbiology or related field, plus basic computer skills and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED plus 4 years’ experience or Associate’s Degree plus 2 years’ experience or Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology or related field.
• Basic computer skills with Word, Excel and Electronic Management Systems.
• Ability to read, interpret and conform to batch records, Quality and Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform aseptic processes and related production tasks per batch production records and cGMP standards.
• Operate and help maintain production equipment and ensure availability of equipment and materials.
• Use electronic inventory and management systems for transactions and record-keeping.
• Oversee production processes, cleaning, environmental monitoring and in-process quality checks.
• Follow safety rules and maintain appropriate safety practices.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Batch records literacy

Word

Excel

Electronic Management Systems

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology or related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Electronic Management Systems

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: Media Prep Technician

In this position, you will be trained in the set-up, operations, and troubleshooting of the equipment in the production areas. You will be responsible for documentation of work and specific computer functions, integrating company initiatives such as LEAN into work practices, and safely producing vaccines which meet all product specifications in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practice standards. 3rd Shift: Monday-Thursday, 8pm-6:30am

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform duties associated with aseptic processes, weighing, measuring, counting, calculations, sampling, and verifications required for biological production processes in accordance with batch production records (BPR) and in compliance with current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) standards, all current safety standards and site procedures.
• Understands, performs and teaches others basic operation of production equipment and ensures all equipment, instruments and production materials are released and available for use.
• Look up and perform transactions within the electronic inventory management system.
• To oversee production processes, cleaning, environmental monitoring and personnel and perform in-process batch quality checks per the written procedures.
• Knows and follows safety rules, wears appropriate safety equipment and maintains proper safety practices at all times.
• Basic computer skills to create and update standard operating procedures and write deviation reports, and to complete all training as assigned to include general company procedures, area procedures, equipment operation, computer operation, safety, GMP and other as needed.

What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• High School Diploma/GED + 4 years’ experience OR Associate’s Degree + 2 years’ experience OR Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology or other related field
• Basic computer skills with Word, Excel and Electronic Management Systems.
• Ability to read, interpret and conform to batch records, Quality and Safety requirements.

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

• Basic understanding of biological organisms or equipment knowledge and/or experience (i.e.: fermentation, centrifuge, concentration units)
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing function, acquaintance with and general understanding of aspects of the production process and ability to apply this knowledge to situations ordinarily encountered.

Additional Information:

This position oversees the production floor processes and personnel, however, is not responsible for management of personnel, discipline or performance management. Performs all Company business in accordance with all regulations (e.g., USDA, OSHA, etc.) and Company policy and procedures. When violations are noted/observed they are to be immediately reported to management.

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.

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.