Operator- Receiving, Packaging & Labeling

Elanco Tiergesundheit AG; Winslow (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and

Parental leave

Employee Resource Groups

Annual bonus

Flexible work arrangements

401K matching

Job summary

Elanco Animal Health Incorporated in Winslow, ME seeks an Operator- Receiving, Packaging & Labeling to manage material receipts and carrier deliveries. You will organize storage locations, support inventory counts, and coordinate with supervisors on supply needs.

The role requires strong Excel skills, organizational and communication abilities, and the capacity to work in a fast-paced environment with a team. Training and safety programs are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High school diploma/GED.
• Associates degree in business or supply chain management preferred.
• Experience with computerized purchasing and inventory control systems and Excel are required.

Responsibilities

• Receive purchase orders in inventory system and ensure correct quantities and pricing.
• Receive and deliver packages from carriers and organize storage areas.
• Assess inventory requirements and work with supervisor to manage levels.

Skills

Excel

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Forecasting & planning

Analytical skills

Writing & communication

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Inventory control systems

Computerized purchasing

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associates degree in business or supply chain management

Tools

SAP

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

The Operator- Receiving, Packaging & Labeling position is primarily responsible for the receipt of materials being delivered to the Winslow, Maine facility. In addition, this individual is responsible for the distribution of incoming packages from UPS, FedEx, DHL or any other commercial carrier. This individual participates in the organization of material storage locations. Travel may be required. This individual assists in all aspects of inventory management.

Your Responsibilities

• Receive purchase orders in inventory system, assuring that proper quantities and pricing are reflected
• Receive and deliver packages delivered by commercial carriers.
• Organization of storage areas.
• Assess inventory requirements for shipping supplies and packaging supplies and work with supervisor to manage inventory levels.
• Advise accounting of any issues in receipt of goods against PO
• Work with trucking firms as necessary to schedule receiving appointments.
• Coordinate return of merchandise to vendors if necessary.
• Participation in year-end and/or cycle and physical counts.
• Assist in distribution activities as requested (shipping, final packaging)
• Other duties as assigned.
• Ensures compliance with the Company's Comprehensive Safety program by knowing and following all safety guidelines, policies, procedures and expectations.
• Takes immediate and appropriate action to rectify any unsafe conditions.

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Minimum of High school diploma/GED.
• Associates degree in business or supply chain management preferred.
• Years of experience may be substituted providing there is representative knowledge and proven experience in all of the above areas.
• Must have excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Requires experience with computerized purchasing and inventory control systems.
• Individual must have above average skills in Excel.
• Requires excellent writing and communications skills.
• Requires sound math and analytical skills and the ability to understand forecasting and planning systems.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with ever-changing priorities.
• Must be able to work as part of a team.
• Completion of Post Offer Exam, Completion of Work Simulation or Completion of Administrative Skills Testing if applicable.

Additional Preferences:

• Experience operating powered industrial trucks
• Experience using SAP

Other Information:

Safety toed shoes, safety glasses and gloves are required at all times

Elanco Benefits and Perks:

• Multiple relocation packages
• Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
• 8-week parental leave
• 9 Employee Resource Groups
• Annual bonus offering
• Flexible work arrangements
• Up to 6% 401K matching

Elanco currently anticipates that the base salary for this position could range from $42,400.00 to $54,400.00 depending partly on the successful candidate's qualifications, including education and experience.

Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending partly on company and individual performance).

Additionally, Elanco offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees that includes a company-matching 401(k); vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).

Of course, the compensation is subject to change and could be higher or lower than the range described above. Elanco reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion, and Elanco's compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Elanco employees.

Estimated application closing date is (September 18, 2026). Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

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 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.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized 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.