Manufacturing Process Operator in Training

Elanco • Clinton, IN

2d • 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 role supports departmental quality, quantity, and cost targets while maintaining safety, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and environmental compliance. It is a fixed-duration position with a one-year contract, renewable annually for up to four years, with potential for a full-time position based on individual performance and business needs. The posting offers a one-time $2,500 sign-on bonus.

The position is at Elanco’s Clinton, Indiana manufacturing site. Operators work a 12-hour rotating days and/or nights schedule covering days, nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the schedule. Work may take place outdoors and in changing weather conditions, and may not always be in a climate-controlled environment. Overtime varies; it is generally offered on a volunteer basis, although mandatory overtime may occur. Candidates must complete a work simulation, post-offer exam, background screening, and physical/medical evaluation. Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; the company does not anticipate sponsoring employment visas for this position.

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.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

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 activities, and work with the team to identify and address process and safety concerns.
• Learn and operate equipment applicable to the assigned area, which may include dryers, filters, baghouses, mills, baggers, pneumatic material transfers, fermenters, gas boilers, air compressors, water systems, chillers, cooling towers, and forklifts.
• Move products and raw materials on and off site as required.

Benefits

• One-time $2,500 sign-on bonus.
• Two weeklong US shutdowns, in mid-summer and at year-end, in addition to PTO.
• Eight-week parental leave.
• 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