Leader – Manufacturing Operations

Elanco • Winslow, ME

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Operations Leader, you will lead day-to-day manufacturing operations to ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient production of high-quality animal health products. In this role, you’ll drive team alignment, operational performance, and continuous improvement while fostering a strong safety and quality culture.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience supervising or leading teams in a manufacturing or operational environment
• Strong leadership and coaching ability
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with USDA regulations and compliance requirements
• Familiarity with operational systems such as PI Historian, Excel, Enablon, and Outlook
• Proven track record of safety performance in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with lean manufacturing or operational excellence methodologies
• Prior experience in employee development, coaching, and performance management

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations, ensuring alignment to production, safety, quality, and cost objectives
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment through adherence to PPE, safety policies, and proactive risk identification
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, quality, and environmental standards, including proper documentation and reporting practices
• Build a productive, collaborative team environment while driving engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Supervise, coach, and develop team members through performance management, feedback, and career development support

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

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