Process Operator - Packaging

Apply to this position

Job Title: Process Operator - Packaging
Location: Clinton, IN, Midwest United States, USA

Company: Elanco
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Operator/General Laborer
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: 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 - 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. 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!

Your Responsibilities:

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.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

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

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

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.
undefined

Additional Information:

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.

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 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

To apply please click on APPLY TO THIS POSITION

Job Post Date: 02/20/26