Operator 1- Process-FDE at Elanco in Clinton, Indiana

Job Description:

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The process operator for C60 Packaging operations will be responsible for performing all tasks and activities associated packaging animal health products. Process operator will be required to demonstrate a high level of initiative and ownership. Departmental goals include meeting quality, quantity and cost targets while maintaining safety, cGMP's, ISO 9000 certification standards, and environmental compliance.

Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED


• Good mechanical or equipment knowledge


• Strong troubleshooting skills


• 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 or TN status) for this employment position.


• This position is not permanent. It is for a fixed duration of two years with potential to extend annually for up to 4 years.

Key Objectives/Deliverables:

• Operates various types of large-scale processing equipment.


• Operator is expected to recognize problem situations, troubleshoot, and determine root causes using data.


• Routine operational responsibilities will include driving a fork truck, loading foils and other product components, cleaning equipment and production facility.


• Assures that production operations are performed according to cGMP and ISO 9000 standards. 


• Follows proper documentation and verification guidelines as they apply to all processing document; e.g., batch production records, SOP's, equipment, and sample submission.


• Follows all departmental safety policies and procedures.


• Suggests and implements departmental safety improvements while incorporating safety into daily activities.


• Recognizes and communicates process improvements and problems to team members (peers, supervision, and technical support personnel).


• Participates in departmental quality initiatives:  Adheres to GMP's in equipment and area cleaning as well as performs general housekeeping tasks. 

• Previous experience with thermoforming and cartoning packaging equipment preferred.


• Previous experience using several computer systems using GMARS, SAP, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.


• Experience trouble shooting vacuum systems, labeling and vision systems.

Other Information:

• Shift will be a rotating 12hr days/nights.


• This shift may be adjusted as business demands.


• Some overtime 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.

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