Quality Control Leader, Lab Operations

Indiana Ag Connection; Clinton, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

Parental leave

Employee Resource Groups

Annual bonus

401K matching

Job summary

Elanco in Clinton, IN is seeking a Manager of Quality Control to lead a high-impact QC team and ensure accuracy, compliance, and reliability of analytical results across lab operations. The role emphasizes strategic planning, people management, and collaboration with manufacturing functions in a regulated environment.

You will oversee testing and release activities, drive continuous improvement, and build strong relationships with stakeholders to meet customer and regulatory expectations.

Qualifications

• Progressive leadership experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, or Laboratory Operations.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing, sourcing, and microbiology.
• Experience in regulated environments and change management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for QC operations to maximize lab capability.
• Lead a team of 5–12 personnel with focus on performance and accountability.
• Oversee testing, inspection, and material release for manufacturing, packaging, and stability.
• Foster strong stakeholder relationships to balance compliance with productivity.

Skills

Quality Control

Quality Assurance

Laboratory Operations

Manufacturing

Regulatory Affairs

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science

Job description

Elanco in Clinton, IN is seeking a Manager of Quality Control to lead a high-impact QC team and ensure accuracy, compliance, and reliability of analytical results across lab operations. The role emphasizes strategic planning, people management, and collaboration with manufacturing functions in a regulated environment.

You will oversee testing and release activities, drive continuous improvement, and build strong relationships with stakeholders to meet customer and regulatory expectations.