Senior IT Analyst - Operational Technology & Lab-Applications

Elanco; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

US shutdowns mid-summer/year-end

Parental leave

Employee Resource Groups

Annual bonus

401K matching

Job summary

Elanco seeks a Senior IT Analyst – Operational Technology & Lab-Applications to bridge global IT and OT at the Clinton, IN site. You’ll own OT/IT systems, guide project delivery, and support integration of manufacturing and R&D lab applications. On-site role with limited travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in IT/OT.
• 3+ years IT experience and 3+ years OT infrastructure support.
• Strong ability to analyze complex situations and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business customers to elicit and translate needs into requirements.
• Own the lifecycle of local OT/IT systems including development, CSV, break-fix, and release management.
• Lead multiple IT/OT projects with plans, budgets, and schedules.

Skills

Critical thinking

Business acumen

Communication & collaboration

Project management

IT/OT integration

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Process Automation, Operational Technology, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ServiceNow

MS Office

CSV knowledge

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: Senior IT Analyst – Operational Technology & Lab-Applications

As a Senior IT Analyst for Operational Technology (OT)andLab-Applications, you will be a critical link between our global IT teams and the hands-on operational technology that drives our manufacturing and R&D sites. Based at our Clinton, IN facility, you will play a key role in the TechOps IT OTLA (OT and Lab-Applications) team, ensuring the seamless integration and support of the essential systems that power Elanco’s innovation and production. In this role, you willbe responsible foradvancing our capabilities at the intersection of Information Technology and Operational Technology.

Your Responsibilities

• Partner with key business customers in manufacturing and R&D to elicit, analyze, and translate business needs into detailed application and operational requirements.
• Take full ownership of the application lifecycle for local OT/IT systems, including solution development, vendor management, computer system validation (CSV), break-fix support, and release management.
• Guide and manage multiple IT/OT projects simultaneously, developing project plans, managing budgets and schedules, and communicating status to stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.
• Providehands-on technical guidance for the integration and support of IT/OT solutions, performing complex troubleshooting of systems, infrastructure, and databases to ensure operational stability.
• Proactively network with IT and OT resources across Elanco to stay informed of company-wide initiatives, share reusable solutions, and capture and implement best practices to drive continuous improvement.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Process Automation, Operational Technology, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of experience in Information Technology and 3 years of experience in Operational Technology infrastructure support.
• Top Skills: Critical Thinking, Business Acumen, Communication & Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to analyze complex situations, develop innovative solutions, and apply sound judgment while maintaining knowledge of business processes and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance. Proven ability to build effective relationships across functions and cultures, communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats, faciliti…

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

• Previousexperience in a Technology Integrator or Business Analyst role.
• Direct experience with Computer System Validation (CSV) and a proficient understanding of qualification processes and adherence to them.
• Proficiencywith ITIL management tools (specifically ServiceNow) and fluency with standard MS Office applications.
• A proficient technical understanding of manufacturing-related computer systems, data, infrastructure (networking, security, wireless), and complex relational databases.
• Proven ability to network with other sites toidentify, capture, and implement best practices.

Additional Information

• Location: Clinton, IN Manufacturing Site
• Work Model: This is an on-site position.
• Travel: Minimal travel isrequired, typically 0-10% annually.
• Work Environment: This is an 8-hour day shift, Monday-Friday role.The position may require occasional exposure to production and R&D areas.

Don’tmeet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to applytojobs 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 butdon’tnecessarily 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
• 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

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