Process Operator – Materials & Inventory

Elanco in; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

8-week parental leave

401K matching

Annual bonus offering

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Job summary

Elanco is seeking a Process Operator – Materials & Inventory to ensure safe, accurate material flow in manufacturing. The role covers warehouse support, SAP transactions, material receipt, usage documentation and material movement to sustain production with compliance.

Key qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, forklift operation, and experience in manufacturing or logistics; strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, or logistics.
• Strong computer and documentation skills; ability to operate forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs.; attention to detail; problem-solving; initiative; ability to work independently.
• Effective communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Safely receive, inspect, sample, store, move, issue, and ship materials while operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Maintain inventory through cycle counting, SAP transactions, material reconciliation, discrepancy investigation, and timely movements.
• Coordinate inbound/outbound shipments, process receipts and shipments, and prepare documentation with Supply Chain Coordinator.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report safety, equipment, inventory, and process issues.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in warehouse operations and accuracy.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Documentation skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Process Operator – Materials & Inventory (Administrative)

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!

As a Process Operator – Materials & Inventory, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of materials throughout the manufacturing operation. In this role, you will support warehouse operations, shipping, inventory accuracy, SAP transactions, material receipt, material usage documentation, and material movement to help ensure uninterrupted production while maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards. This combines the responsibilities from both existing warehouse and inventory control roles.

Your Responsibilities

• Safely receive, inspect, sample, store, move, issue, and ship materials while operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Maintain accurate inventory through cycle counting, SAP transactions, material reconciliation, discrepancy investigation, and timely inventory movements to support production.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, process receipts and shipments, prepare required documentation, and partner with the Supply Chain Coordinator to ensure timely and accurate material orders.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report safety, equipment, inventory, and process issues while supporting investigations and corrective actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, safety, and overall business processes.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications)

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Required Experience: Experience working in a manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, or logistics environment.

Skills: Strong computer and documentation skills, ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, capable of lifting 50 lbs., attention to detail, problem-solving, strong initiative, capable of working independently, communication, and teamwork.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (preferred qualifications)

• Experience in a GMP or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience using SAP or other enterprise inventory management systems.
• Forklift certification or experience operating material handling equipment.
• Experience with shipping, receiving, inventory control, cycle counting, or warehouse operations.

Additional Information

Work Schedule: Standard M-F 8-hour shift with occasional weekend or evening shift to support urgent shipments. Minimal overtime required.

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:

• Multiple relocation packages
• 8-week parental leave
• 9 Employee Resource Groups
• Annual bonus offering
• 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

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