Process Operator – Product Recovery – 1021255

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 RecoveryAs 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.Your Responsibilities:Operate and monitor manufacturing processes including distillation, drying, filtration, and material handling systemsCollect and analyze process data to troubleshoot issues and optimize yield, cycle time, and performanceFollow written manufacturing procedures to ensure compliance with FDA, OSHA, EPA, and GMP requirementsSafely handle raw materials, solvents, and waste while protecting personnel, product, and the environmentMaintain safe work practices and ensure consistent, accurate operation of equipment and processesWhat You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):Education: High School Diploma or GED with 2 years of manufacturing experience OR a 2-year technical degreeRequired Experience: Experience working in a manufacturing or process-driven environmentTop 2 skills: Strong attention to safety and compliance; ability to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot manufacturing processesWhat will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):Experience operating chemical or pharmaceutical processing equipment (e.g., distillation, dryers, filtration systems)Familiarity with GMP-regulated manufacturing environmentsAbility to analyze process data and drive performance improvementsExperience handling hazardous materials and working with strict safety protocolsStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsAdditional Information:Location: Clinton, IN Manufacturing SiteSchedule: Onsite role with 12-hour rotating shifts (Days to Nights/Nights to Days every 3 months)Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented 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! Elanco Benefits and Perks: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:Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)8-week parental leave9 Employee Resource GroupsUp to 6% 401K matchingElanco 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 Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job-related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice.