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: QA Production Support

Shift: 2 Positions Open (2nd and 3rd shift)

This position provides real-time quality oversight with a 60% daily presence on the manufacturing floor, performing in-process batch record reviews, cleaning log reviews, and pre-process checks. You will partner with operations to identify and address quality concerns "in the moment, " coach personnel on GMP/GDP standards, conduct aseptic behavior observations, and support operations by driving a culture of Right First Time (RFT) excellence and inspection readiness.

Your Responsibilities:

• Perform real-time reviews of in-process batch records, cleaning logs, and pre-process checks to ensure continuous, compliant production flow.
• Conduct routine aseptic behavior observations and facility walkthroughs to identify and mitigate compliance risks before they impact product quality.
• Provide immediate containment and guidance for quality events on the floor, ensuring accurate initial documentation and process integrity.
• Partner with operational teams during shift huddles to provide quality updates and influence quality behaviors across all manufacturing areas.

What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Requirements):

• Associate's Degree in a science-related field and relevant industry experience or a Bachelor's Degree in a science-related field (Biology, Chemistry, etc.).
• Understanding of aseptic behavior, gowning requirements, and USDA/FDA regulatory compliance within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in utilizing quality and operational electronic systems such as SAP, Veeva, and the Microsoft Office suite.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferences):

• Observational competencies and the ability to make confident, risk-based decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Attention to detail with a focus on identifying technical risks and process deviations "in the moment."
• Interpersonal and communication skills used to coach, mentor, and influence operational staff on the floor.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for process optimization and Right First-Time improvements based on floor observations.

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:

• Multiple relocation packages for eligible positions
• Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
• 8-week parental leave
• 9 Employee Resource Groups
• Annual bonus offering
• 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

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