Bio Manufacturing Operator
Elanco
August 16, 2026
On-site
Elwood, KS
Operations
Shift:
- 12-hour shift schedule (5:00 AM to 5:00 PM), including every other weekend. Weekend work has a 4% premium; work outside shift hours has a 10% premium.
- $2,500 sign-on bonus eligible.
Your Role:
- Perform and document biologics manufacturing tasks at the Elwood, Kansas monoclonal antibody (mAb) facility.
- Execute and monitor core mAb processes (media/buffer prep, upstream/downstream processing, formulation, fill/finish, secondary packaging).
- Maintain cGMP compliance in a regulated environment (USDA/FDA/EMA).
- Follow SOPs and batch records for equipment operation, processing, and daily tasks.
- Perform aseptic manipulations and maintain a sterile environment.
- Support equipment preparation/maintenance and process improvements; interface with QC for sampling and environmental monitoring.
What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Proficient in basic computer skills (Windows/Microsoft Office) and written/verbal communication.
- Teamwork, initiative, strong work ethic, positive attitude.
- Ability to wear gowning and required PPE in production/manufacturing support areas.
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in a biomanufacturing related discipline (biology, chemistry, engineering, etc.).
- Experience in regulated commercial GMP biomanufacturing (media/buffer prep, cell culture, fermentation, aseptic processing, chromatography, TFF, final formulation, fill/finish).
- Understanding of USDA, FDA, and EU GMP regulatory standards for veterinary biologics.
- Good mechanical aptitude.
- 12-hour shift schedule (5:00 AM to 5:00 PM), including every other weekend. Weekend work has a 4% premium; work outside shift hours has a 10% premium.
- $2,500 sign-on bonus eligible.
Your Role:
- Perform and document biologics manufacturing tasks at the Elwood, Kansas monoclonal antibody (mAb) facility.
- Execute and monitor core mAb processes (media/buffer prep, upstream/downstream processing, formulation, fill/finish, secondary packaging).
- Maintain cGMP compliance in a regulated environment (USDA/FDA/EMA).
- Follow SOPs and batch records for equipment operation, processing, and daily tasks.
- Perform aseptic manipulations and maintain a sterile environment.
- Support equipment preparation/maintenance and process improvements; interface with QC for sampling and environmental monitoring.
What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Proficient in basic computer skills (Windows/Microsoft Office) and written/verbal communication.
- Teamwork, initiative, strong work ethic, positive attitude.
- Ability to wear gowning and required PPE in production/manufacturing support areas.
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in a biomanufacturing related discipline (biology, chemistry, engineering, etc.).
- Experience in regulated commercial GMP biomanufacturing (media/buffer prep, cell culture, fermentation, aseptic processing, chromatography, TFF, final formulation, fill/finish).
- Understanding of USDA, FDA, and EU GMP regulatory standards for veterinary biologics.
- Good mechanical aptitude.