Quality Control Supervisor, Microbiology

Elanco; Elwood (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in animal health is seeking a Quality Control Supervisor in Microbiology responsible for leading a team in microbiological testing and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The role requires technical skills, strong communication, and organizational abilities, contributing significantly to manufacturing options for animal health products.

Benefits

Two weeklong shutdowns in summer and year-end

8-week parental leave

Annual bonus offering

Up to 6% 401K matching

9 Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 8 years of experience or a BA/BS in Microbiology.
• Technical skills in aseptic techniques and pipetting.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the microbiology team and testing.
• Supervise microbiological testing and oversee documentation.
• Coordinate activities between microbiology and other departments.

Skills

Microbiology

Technical skills in aseptic technique

Documentation skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

BA or BS degree in Microbiology or related field

High School Diploma/GED with 8 years of experience

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: Quality Control Supervisor, Microbiology

In this role, you will manage and lead the microbiology team in supporting manufacturing, monitoring clean, classified areas and utilities, and in-process and final product release testing. You will supervise a group of 6-7 individuals at any given time.

Your Responsibilities:

• Leads and schedules a team of Quality Control Microbiologists, delegating tasks effectively.

• Manages all microbiological testing, including environmental monitoring, utilities, and product testing, reviewing, approving, and reporting data.

• Coordinates interdepartmental activities, ensuring seamless collaboration between microbiology and manufacturing, validation, and engineering teams.

• Develops and maintains training programs and records for microbiology staff.

• Creates, reviews, and approves essential documentation, including specifications, validation protocols/reports, study protocols/reports, SOPs, and testing documentation. Establishes new testing methods as needed.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• High School Diploma/GED with 8 years of experience, BA or BS degree in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or closely related field, or comparable experience.

• Technical skills in microbiology to include, but not limited to aseptic technique, sterile gowning, and pipetting are required.

• Excellent computer, documentation, communication, and organizational skills required.

What Will Give You the Competitive Edge (preferred qualifications):

• Experience in cGMP environment preferred.

• Experience with sterility, mycoplasma, environmental monitoring, and water testing preferred.

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical cGMPs (US and EU), FDA, USDA, VICH, EU as related to QC activities.

• Experience related to method development/validation.

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

• 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