Operations Training Coordinator

Elanco Tiergesundheit AG; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Elanco Animal Health is seeking an Operations Training Coordinator at our Fort Dodge, IA site to support manufacturing operations by administering training programs for new and existing employees. You will coordinate, deliver, and measure onboarding and ongoing training with OJT trainers to build workforce competency.

This onsite role requires a high school diploma and at least 3 years in a GMP-regulated environment, plus strong IT system skills and the ability to train others.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a GMP-regulated environment.
• Proven ability to train others with strong IT systems proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead trainer for OJT trainers and ensure resources are available.
• Monitor onboarding and training progress to support timely competency.
• Partner with operations supervisors and OJT trainers to develop training plans, schedules and curricula.
• Establish and maintain training KPIs to measure effectiveness and support workforce readiness.
• Ensure accurate completion and submission of training documentation while promoting safety and quality.

Skills

Train others

IT systems

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

As an Operations Training Coordinator, you will support manufacturing operations by ensuring effective administration and execution of training programs for new and existing employees. In this role, you will coordinate, deliver, and measure operations‑related training while partnering with supervisors and OJT trainers to build workforce competency and operational readiness.

Your Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead trainer and ensure OJT trainers have the skills and resources needed to effectively train employees.
• Monitor onboarding and training progress for new employees to support timely progression to competency in their roles.
• Partner with operations supervisors and OJT trainers to develop training plans, coordinate schedules, and support curriculum development.
• Establish and maintain training KPIs to measure effectiveness and support continued workforce readiness.
• Ensure accurate completion and submission of training documentation while promoting a strong safety and quality culture.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a GMP‑regulated environment.
• Skills: Demonstrated ability to effectively train others, with strong IT system proficiency.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (preferred qualifications)

• Understanding of manufacturing technical operations.
• Knowledge of operational excellence principles and practices.
• Previous experience supporting training programs within a manufacturing or operational environment.

Other Information

This position is onsite at the manufacturing site and works within an operational environment.

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.