Production Specialist

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. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.

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: Production Specialist NAV

This position produces veterinary biological vaccines according to a defined production schedule, following cGMP guidelines and specific outlines of production to meet market demands for aquaculture products.

Your Responsibilities:

• Perform biologics recovery and purifications using process scale TFF unit, columns, and chromatography system.
• Operate and maintain production instruments and equipment, such as pH meters, conductivity meters, spectrophotometer, TFF equipment, peristaltic pumps, rotary pumps, and chromatography systems.
• Perform column packing using packing skids, integrity testing on various types of filters and process analysis using spectrophotometer.
• Write and review batch records, SOPs, qualification documents for the downstream operations.
• Use SAP system for material consumption in production.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education : High School Diploma or GED
• Required Experience : 3+ years of experience in purification of biologics using large scale TFF and chromatography.
• Experience with Outlines of Production, cGMP guidelines, and HSE regulations.
• Experience performing investigations and writing deviations.

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

• Bachelor’s degree or Post-Secondary education in a life science (e.g., Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology) is preferred.
• 3+ years of pharmaceutical/biological manufacturing experience in GMP environment is preferred.
• Intermediate/Expert computer skills using MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Thorough technical understanding of quality systems and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.

Additional Information:

• Must be able to work shift work (12-hour daytime shifts, 3-4 days/week including some weekends) and overtime as required.
• Required to assist in disinfection procedures involving hazardous chemicals requiring the use of a respirator.
• Must be able to lift, move and maneuver small-medium sized equipment – up to 25lbs.
• Requires ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Requires frequent ladder or stair climbing.
• Must be able to read, write, understand, and comply with appropriate standard operating procedures.

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:

• Weeklong shutdown
• Pension Plan and Retirement Savings Plan Options
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flexible comprehensive health & dental with flex credits
• Wellness and Lifestyle Spending accounts
• 9 Employee Resource Groups

The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $67,000 which will be determined based on relevant experience and education.

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