Manufacturing Process Operator in Training

Elanco • Clinton, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Process Operator in Training performs tasks and activities associated with the assigned manufacturing area, demonstrating initiative and ownership. The department’s goals are to meet quality, quantity, and cost targets while maintaining safety, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and environmental compliance. The role may involve working outside a climate-controlled environment and outdoors in changing weather. Depending on the assigned area, the operator will learn and use several types of large-scale processing equipment and move products and raw materials on and off site.

This is a fixed-duration position under a one-year contract, renewable annually for up to four years, with the potential for a full-time position based on individual performance and business needs. The role is based at Elanco’s Clinton, Indiana manufacturing site and follows a 12-hour rotating schedule covering days or nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the schedule. Overtime varies; it is generally offered equally on a volunteer basis, although mandatory overtime may occur.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, hearing protection, and respirators such as a Bullard Hood, dust mask, or PAPR.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good documentation skills.
• Good teamwork and interpersonal interaction skills.
• Ability to routinely handle 50-pound packages.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; Elanco does not anticipate providing employment visa sponsorship.
• Must complete a work simulation, post-offer exam, background screening, and physical/medical evaluation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or familiarity working in a cGMP-regulated environment.
• Experience with equipment cleaning, sterilization, and tank turnaround activities.
• Knowledge of process monitoring tools such as pH and dissolved oxygen.
• Ability to analyze process data and drive performance improvements.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks and activities associated with the assigned manufacturing area.
• Perform production operations according to cGMP and help keep the department inspection-ready through self-inspection and daily housekeeping.
• Follow documentation and verification guidelines for documents such as batch production records, SOPs, equipment records, and sample submissions.
• Suggest and implement departmental safety improvements, incorporate safety into daily work, and work with the team to identify improvements and address process and safety concerns.
• Learn and operate large-scale processing equipment appropriate to the assigned area.
• Move products and raw materials on and off site.

Benefits

• One-time sign-on bonus of $2,500.
• Two weeklong shutdowns in the United States, one in mid-summer and one at year-end, in addition to PTO.
• Eight-week parental leave.
• Nine Employee Resource Groups.
• Up to 6% 401(k) matching.
• Comprehensive benefits package focused on financial, physical, and mental well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED