Process Operator – Product Recovery

Elanco•Clinton, IN

5d•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: Process Operator – Product Recovery As a Process Operator – Product Recovery, you will be part of the Manufacturing team at the Clinton site, supporting the production of animal health intermediates and final products. In this role, you will operate partially automated processes, monitor performance through data, and ensure safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing operations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED with 2 years of manufacturing experience OR a 2-year technical degree
Experience working in a manufacturing or process-driven environment
Strong attention to safety and compliance
Ability to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot manufacturing processes

Nice To Haves

Experience operating chemical or pharmaceutical processing equipment (e.g., distillation, dryers, filtration systems)
Familiarity with GMP-regulated manufacturing environments
Ability to analyze process data and drive performance improvements
Experience handling hazardous materials and working with strict safety protocols
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor manufacturing processes including distillation, drying, filtration, and material handling systems
Collect and analyze process data to troubleshoot issues and optimize yield, cycle time, and performance
Follow written manufacturing procedures to ensure compliance with FDA, OSHA, EPA, and GMP requirements
Safely handle raw materials, solvents, and waste while protecting personnel, product, and the environment
Maintain safe work practices and ensure consistent, accurate operation of equipment and processes