Process Engineering Associate (Entry Level

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 a Process Engineer at Clinton Labs, Elanco’s largest U.S. manufacturing site, you’ll join a team focused on ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient production of animal health products. In this entry-level role, you’ll develop deep technical expertise in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and equipment, contribute to regulatory compliance, and support continuous improvement initiatives in a highly regulated environment.

• Troubleshoot and resolve day-to-day process and equipment issues to maintain production performance and reliability
• Analyze operational and process data to identify trends, improve efficiency, and support decision-making
• Support regulatory compliance by documenting process changes, investigating deviations, and applying safety and environmental standards (e.g., PSM)
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams on improvement projects, including equipment upgrades and process optimizations
• Participate in cross-functional efforts to reduce variability in manufacturing by evaluating process, equipment, and procedural factors

• Education:
  
  Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, with an expected graduation by June 2027.
• Required Experience:
  
  None required - entry-level position
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills; comfortable using tools like Excel, Outlook, Word, and Power Point

• Internship, co-op, or project experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or lab setting
• Exposure to lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies
• Familiarity with process modeling software (e.g., Aspen) or data analysis tools (e.g., PI system)
• Understanding of root cause analysis or troubleshooting methods
• General awareness of manufacturing or process equipment such as fermentors, dryers, or packaging systems

Schedule:

Full-time, primarily Monday-Friday (8-hour shifts); occasional evening or weekend support may be required

Location:

Clinton, IN Manufacturing Site

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown under-represented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose!

Some highlights include:

• Multiple relocation packages
• 8-week parental leave
• 9 Employee Resource Groups
• Annual bonus offering
• Up to 6% 401K matching

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status

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