Process Operator - Packaging

Your Role:
Process Operator - Packaging

The process operator for Companion Animal Operations will be responsible for performing all tasks and activities associated with packaging and labeling oral solid dose products. Process operator will be required to demonstrate a high level of initiative and ownership. Departmental goals include meeting quality, delivery and cost targets while maintaining safety, cGMP’s, ISO 9000 certification 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 using 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 for the other personnel operations absence and extended process requirements.
• Minimal travel may be required for training and equipment factory acceptance testing

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

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.