Quality Control Manager
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! As the Manager of Quality Control, you will lead a high-performing team to ensure the safety, productivity, and integrity of analytical results at our Clinton site. In this role, you will be responsible for advancing long-term quality plans, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving excellence in customer service across lab operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience (Science-related field preferred).
- Progressive leadership experience with a demonstrated track record in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, or Laboratory Operations.
- Must demonstrate a strong understanding of manufacturing, sourcing, and microbiology, with the ability to manage complexity through strategic planning and tactical implementation.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in people management within a regulated environment.
- Experience in Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) or Regulatory Affairs.
- Proven ability to lead change management and implement new processes in a GxP environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a clear strategic vision for QC operations to maximize laboratory capability and maintain a competitive edge.
- Lead and develop a team of 5-12 department personnel, overseeing talent management, bench strength, and performance accountability.
- Anticipate and prevent quality or regulatory issues by overseeing testing, inspection, and material release for manufacturing, packaging, and stability.
- Foster strong stakeholder relationships to ensure the delivery of customer needs while balancing compliance and operational productivity.
- Drive strategic planning and yearly objective setting to meet evolving business needs and quality standards.
Benefits
- Multiple relocation packages
- 8-week parental leave
- 9 Employee Resource Groups
- Annual bonus offering
- Up to 6% 401K matching
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
