Production Maintenance Technician Mon-Fri 1st shift - Elanco

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. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.

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:

The Maintenance Technician will perform maintenance duties within a GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) facility. All work needs to be completed with the highest standards. Safety, Quality and good documentation practices are a must.

Your Responsibilities:

• Responsible for production support and maintenance of production equipment such as tanks, mixers, reactors, pumps, filters, washers, sterilizers, filling equipment and solids processing equipment.
• Responsible for facility maintenance and operation of all equipment including boilers, air handling units, exhaust fans, dust collectors, purified water system, air compressors, air dryers, wastewater treatment, refrigerators and plumbing fixtures.
• Assists in the construction and validation of a cGMP manufacturing facility.
• Required to operate a forklift and personnel lift. 
• Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment as instructed by the maintenance management system.
• Responsible for training on all applicable SOP’s per Quality Assurance guidelines.
• Fully trained in the occupational safety and health programs including lock out tag out, confined space and fall protection.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: High School diploma or GED
• Required Experience: Broad knowledge of carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and HVAC maintenance and repair
• Willing to obtain an EPA refrigerant certification.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate and work with a team.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (preferred qualifications):

• Preference to candidate that has experience in pharmaceutical plant maintenance and calibration.
• Preference to candidate that has experience with PLC (Programmed Logic Controller) troubleshooting, programing and wiring.
• Preference to candidate that has experience with electrical troubleshooting and install.
• Experience with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) manufacturing maintenance and documentation.
• Previous industrial plant safety training is preferred.
• Previous experience with utilizing a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) is preferred.

Additional Information:

• Location: Elwood, KS- Onsite (Monday through Friday during business hours with occasional Overtime/weekend/holiday work as required).
• Employee will be required to lift heavy loads of 50 lbs or more.
• Employee will be required to climb ladders and work on the rooftop of the building.
• Completion of Post Offer Exam (POE), Completion of Work Simulation (SIM) or Completion of Administrative Skills Testing if applicable.

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

·       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

·       Flexible work arrangements

·       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