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.

Responsible for filling serials of antigen. Shall have an adequate knowledge of Drug and Chemical names, and be able to distinguish between similar names, physical appearance and precautions in handling. Must be able to proceed independently in product processing in accordance with standard methods, standard operating procedures, and Manufacturing Directions, using proper aseptic techniques.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manufacturing and compounding sterile solutions and other parenteral classed products.

• Obtaining, weighing, measuring and adding all raw materials as instructed on production procedures

• Set-up, operate and dismantle for cleaning, all equipment involved in the production process.

• Accurately verify and document identity of all components used in formulation.

• Responsible for assembling antigens into final product formulations and preparation of adjuvants or other intermediates.

• Perform inspection and assessment of equipment and material condition prior to use. Determine when repair is necessary and follow up with appropriate documentation.

• Sustained heavy lifting over extended periods of time.

• Document operations with strict adherence to cGMP documentation practices.

• Instruct workers of the lower grades as needed.

• Be able to comprehend and follow Standard Operating Procedures/Filling Manufacturing Directions.

• Fill biologicals according to cGMP’s, SOP, and Filling Manufacturing Directions.

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures for the handling of hazardous wastes.

• Recognize documentation deficiencies and bring the deficiencies and required corrections to the supervisors and technicians.

• May be subject to DEA background check.

• Other Duties as Assigned

Basic Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED

• Communication Skills

• Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to train others.

• Mathematical Skills

• Perform calculations and conversions involving weights, volumes, and percentages.

• Reasoning Abilit

• Ability to demonstrate problem solving and critical thinking

• Knowledge and skill to recognize creative ideas that add value and are able to be implemented to improve efficiency, effectiveness and reduce complexity for department

• Mechanical Aptitude

• Demonstrated understanding of systems, equipment, and processes

• Ability to setup Fillers and trouble shoot mechanical issues

• Computer Skills

• Experience with Windows Operating System.

• Ability to work within several different computer systems and platforms. Computer aptitude that allows the person to adapt to future platforms and software.

• Comprehension and application

• Proficient reading, comprehension and application skills toward a diverse set complicated tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional Education and/or Equivalent Experience

• Successful completion of National Career Readiness Work Keys assessment

• Knowledge of Hazardous Waste Handling

• Knowledge of Decontamination and Sterilization

• Knowledge of Traffic Patterns

• Knowledge of or evidence of working with BPE methods

• Understanding of Basic GMP/Documentation practices

• Demonstrated ability and understanding of Safe working habits

• Understanding of Basic Laboratory Practices, Measurements, Biology and Microbiology

• Understanding of operating in an aseptic environment

• Ability to work in a team environment

Additional Information:

• Assist higher Grade operators under supervision

• May perform jobs of the lower grades as required

• All personnel will be required to routinely go through an aseptic qualification program to ensure adequate aseptic techniques and behavior.

Physical Requirements:

• Sustained heavy lifting over extended periods of time.

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Notification of Drug testing and Background Checks

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.

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