Fermentation Operator

Elanco•Clinton, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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: Fermentation Operator As a Fermentation Operator, you will be part of the manufacturing team responsible for producing animal health products through large-scale fermentation processes. In this role, you’ll operate and maintain processing equipment, ensure compliance with safety and cGMP standards, and support quality, productivity, and continuous improvement across operations.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED with equivalent experience or a 2-year technical degree
A minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience in a regulated or production environment
Strong attention to detail and troubleshooting/problem-solving ability

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a cGMP-regulated environment
Direct experience with fermentation or bioprocess operations
Experience with equipment cleaning, sterilization, and tank turnaround activities
Knowledge of process monitoring tools (e.g., pH, dissolved oxygen)
Experience performing equipment preventive maintenance (PMs)

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor large-scale fermentation equipment, including tank turnaround, integrity testing, filter rebuilds, and post-harvest preparation for the next batch
Troubleshoot process issues, analyze data to identify root causes, and support equipment preventive maintenance activities
Complete and verify all production documentation in compliance with cGMP, ISO 9000, SOPs, and batch record requirements
Follow all safety procedures, properly use required PPE, and actively support a safe work environment and safety improvements
Communicate process issues and improvement opportunities while supporting quality initiatives, cleaning, and general housekeeping