Packaging Operator

Elanco Tiergesundheit AG; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Elanco, a leader in animal health, seeks a Packaging Operator in Kansas City. This role involves ensuring high-quality packaging of products, maintaining equipment, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience in packaging or manufacturing operations.

Benefits

Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end)

8-week parental leave

9 Employee Resource Groups

Up to 6% 401K matching

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in packaging or manufacturing operations.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Knowledge of GMP and production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Execute product filling and packaging operations following SOPs.
• Clean and maintain production areas and equipment.
• Complete detailed and accurate batch records.

Skills

Documentation

Communication

Knowledge of GMP

Production Equipment

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. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.

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: Packaging Operator

As a Packaging Operator, you will be part of the manufacturing operations team responsible for ensuring efficient, compliant, and high-quality packaging of products. In this role, you’ll be responsible for executing production tasks, maintaining equipment cleanliness, completing batch documentation, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Your Responsibilities:

Execute product filling and packaging operations by following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and production schedules, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Clean and maintain production areas and equipment, performing both routine and non-routine cleaning tasks to meet hygiene and safety standards, including proper disposal of waste and scrap

Complete detailed and accurate batch records, documenting every step of the packaging process and verifying data to ensure traceability and regulatory compliance

Operate and monitor packaging equipment, conducting daily compliance checks, identifying malfunctions, and coordinating with maintenance to resolve mechanical issues promptly

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues, report deviations or safety concerns, and actively contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience: A minimum of 1 year of experience in packaging or manufacturing operations

Top 2 skills: Strong documentation and communication skills; knowledge of GMP and production equipment

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

Experience with compliance testing and in-process quality checks

Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and process issues independently

Familiarity with regulatory documentation and safety protocols

Active participation in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing practices

Strong organizational and time management skills

Additional Information:

Location: Kansas City, KS Manufacturing Site

This position requires the ability to wear full personal protective equipment (PPE), including gowns, gloves, masks, eye protection, and air supplied hoods when working in controlled environments or handling medical products in the packing area. Compliance with all safety and hygiene protocols is essential.

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