(Archived) Technician - Technical Services

As a leading global animal health company, Elanco delivers innovative products and services to improve the health of pets and farm animals around the world because we believe making animals' lives better, makes life better. Since 1954, we have provided solutions that support veterinarians, farmers and pet owners to advance our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life. Elanco's promise to employees: Together, we foster an inclusive culture where everyone can make a difference, encouraging ownership, growth and well-being.

Share your passion for innovation and excellence with like-minded individuals while growing the technical expertise of an animal health vaccine manufacturing site.

Bio Process Associates in the Elanco Technical Services & Manufacturing Sciences (TS/MS) team play a vital role in manufacturing compliance, process support, and technology transfer of a diverse portfolio of vaccine products at a company that values inclusion and ownership through accountability. This role is ideal for the individual looking to make a meaningful impact while pursuing both their short- and long-term career goals. As a global leader in the animal health industry, Elanco offers a variety of career opportunities inside and outside of the Manufacturing & Quality function at exciting locations around the world.

Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders. With nearly 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to helping our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on our local and global communities. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching life and our Elanco Healthy Purpose™ CSR framework – all to advance the health of animals, people, and the planet. Learn more at www.elanco.com.

The Bio Process Associate position is part of a team of specialists and scientists responsible for creating excellence in manufacturing process technology. The Bio Process Associate is accountable for compiling and maintaining scientific data captured to enhance the understanding of the scientific principles that underscore the manufacturing processes and capabilities. The incumbent will deliver on a technical agenda aligned with the corporate strategy to deliver the desired business outcomes for product innovation, portfolio expansion, and productivity.

The Bio Process Associate reports to a leader within TS/MS. The position is located in Fort Dodge, a city in north central Iowa, along the Des Moines River offering a variety of outdoor recreational activities and is close to Iowa State University and the urban center of Des Moines.

Job Responsibilities:

• This position complies, verifies accuracy, and reports manufacturing data in accordance with approved functional procedures. Primary activities will include collecting data from manufacturing documents, data entry into analytical software, and tracking process information. Interaction with TS/MS, Quality, and Manufacturing personnel for clarification and guidance, as necessary.
• Review technical data for errors and incomplete documentation. Escalate compliance concerns to area leaders. Assist with remediation, as needed.
• Accurately transcribes information into applicable program, applies data program techniques and procedures, and generates reports. Store completed work in designated locations.
• Scan documents and print files, as needed.
• Complies with data integrity and security policies.

Basic Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of High School Diploma/GED

• Work experience in USDA or regulated animal health industry is beneficial.

• Experience with Microsoft Excel and data programs

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proven data entry work experience

• Attention to detail and commitment to customer service

• Ability to effectively work within records software and updated files accurately

• Knowledge of correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation

• Proven organization and time management skills

• Ability to work in environment with evolving priorities

• Operates in compliant manner with a high level of accuracy, integrity, and ethics

• Performs the duties within TSMS with minimal supervision

• Assists in improving Manufacturing Direction’s good documentation practices

• Ability to follow written procedures, SOPs, and other documents

• Collaboration in a team-based environment

• 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.

Additional Information:

• Up to 20% of the work week can be done remotely
• Primary work hours are first shift

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Elanco conducts urinalysis drug testing as a mandatory part of its pre-employment application and background check process after acceptance of a conditional offer of employment by an applicant. The drug testing will be conducted by a certified laboratory/testing service selected by Elanco, in accordance with the procedures required by applicable state and federal law. Additionally, Elanco requires successful completion of a urinalysis drug test if it has reasonable suspicion that an employee is under the influence of drugs or alcohol which adversely affects or could adversely affect the employee's job performance as allowed by applicable law. Tested applicants will be given a copy of any positive test result. All test results shall be considered confidential and shall not be disclosed by Elanco, other than to those persons for whom such disclosure is necessary. Positive test results, or a refusal to consent to and participate in pre-employment drug testing, shall be grounds for denial of employment. Cooperation in scheduling the testing is important for processing an application for employment. By signing your acceptance to an offer of employment, you consent to be drug tested and acknowledge you have thoroughly read the foregoing notice and policy, and you understand and agree that in order to be considered for employment with Elanco, you will be required to comply with Elanco's drug testing policy. Elanco's background check requirements also include but are not limited to an acceptable criminal background check, educational verification, job history verification and motor vehicle report (if required to drive a company vehicle). If appropriate for the role, as outlined on the job posting, successful completion of Post Offer Exam, Work Simulation and/or Administrative Skills Testing may also be required.

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