Blending Operator: Mon - Thurs 7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Elanco • Fort Dodge, IA

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About The Position

The Blending Operator is responsible for the aseptic preparation, blending, and formulation of sterile parenteral and biological products in strict compliance with cGMP standards and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This hands-on role involves end-to-end processing, from verifying and measuring raw materials to assembling formulations and operating processing equipment, while maintaining sterility, safety, batch record accuracy, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to perform calculations and conversions involving weights, volumes, and percentages.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures.
• Computer aptitude and ability to adapt to future platforms and software.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of hazardous waste handling, decontamination, sterilization, and BPE methods.
• Understanding of basic GMP and documentation practices, basic laboratory practices, biology, and microbiology.
• Understanding of operating in an aseptic environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and demonstrated understanding of systems, equipment, and processes.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and compound sterile solutions, parenteral products, biologicals, antigens, and adjuvant intermediates using rigorous aseptic technique.
• Obtain, weigh, measure, and verify raw materials and formulation components according to Filling Manufacturing Directions and batch records.
• Inspect, operate, dismantle, and sanitize processing equipment; assess equipment and material condition before use, initiate repair requests, and complete maintenance documentation.
• Complete batch and operational records in accordance with cGMP guidelines, and identify and correct documentation deficiencies in coordination with supervisors and technical teams.
• Handle hazardous materials safely in line with environmental and safety procedures.
• Perform physical work, including heavy lifting.
• Provide guidance and training to lower-grade operators as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED