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Entry-level Process Engineer or Manufacturing… at Elanco · Fort Dodge
Job Description
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: Process Engineer or Manufacturing Scientist
The Fort Dodge Engineers and Manufacturing Scientists are responsible for technical stewardship of the vaccine processes and equipment they support. This includes driving process improvement through variability reduction and targeted productivity projects. It also requires ensuring strong compliance with regulations to ensure that products are produced in full accordance with USDA and other regulatory body standards. Strong candidates will have demonstrated proficiency in driving technical solutions, providing leadership, and partnering with multiple functions to get business results. Develop and demonstrate strong knowledge of the technical and/or engineering principles governing the process.
Your Responsibilities:
Entry-level positions with our Engineering or Technical Services/Manufacturing Sciences organizations.
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Education: BS in STEM discipline, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Microbiology
Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)
A GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale)
Master’s degree
Analysis/Problem assessment skills
Communication skills
Information monitoring
Teamwork
Additional Information:
Location: Elanco Animal Health, Fort Dodge, IA
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to apply for 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
Generous Paid-Time-Off program
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
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
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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