Process Operator - Packaging

Process Operator - Packaging

The process operator for Companion Animal Operations will be responsible for performing all tasks and activities associated with packaging and labelling oral solid dose products. The operator will demonstrate a high level of initiative and ownership, meeting quality, delivery, and cost targets while maintaining safety, cGMP, ISO 9000 standards, and environmental compliance.

This position will offer a one-time sign on bonus of $2,500!

• Operate and monitor packaging equipment (including thermoformers and cartoners), recognizing issues, troubleshooting problems, and identifying root causes using operational data.
• Perform routine production support activities such as operating a fork truck, loading foils and components, and cleaning equipment and the production area.
• Ensure all production activities comply with cGMP, ISO 9000, and company quality standards, including proper equipment cleaning and housekeeping.
• Complete accurate documentation and verification for batch records, SOPs, equipment logs, and sample submissions in accordance with established procedures.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, actively communicate issues or process improvements, and support departmental safety and quality initiatives.

• Education: High School Diploma / GED
• Required Experience: Experience with mechanical equipment, troubleshooting, and production operations
• Top 2 skills: Strong troubleshooting skills, mechanical knowledge

• Previous experience with thermoforming and cartoning packaging equipment preferred.
• Previous experience using several computer systems such as Veeva, Delta V, PI Data Historian, SAP, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Experience in packaging operations.
• Experience trouble shooting vacuum systems, labeling and vision systems.

• Location: Clinton, IN Manufacturing Site
• Shift will be a 12-hour rotating swing shift (Days/Nights); this shift may be adjusted as business demands increase.
• Some overtime is required to cover other personnel operations absence and extended process requirements.
• Minimal travel may be required for training and equipment factory acceptance testing.
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Elanco does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, F-1/OPT or TN status) for this employment position.
• This position is a fixed duration employee with a one-year contract, annually renewable for up to 4 years with a potential for a full-time position, based on individual performance and business needs.

• Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
• 8-week parental leave
• 9 Employee Resource Groups
• Up to 6% 401K matching

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