Lab Technician - QC

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!

Position Description:

The Lab Technician performs accurate, precise and timely testing of laboratory samples in accordance with approved methods within appropriate GMP and safety guidelines in either the Quality Control or Environmental Control Laboratory.  Expertise in lab operations, attention-to-detail and thoroughness are critical components during second person verification (SPV) of analytical data.  The Lab Technician will participate in laboratory investigations, equipment qualification, and maintenance by executing well-defined protocols and procedures.  Active in identifying, communicating, and participating in opportunities for improvement to lab operations.  



*This position comes with a one-time sign-on bonus of $2,500.



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Minimum Qualification (education, experience and/or training, required certifications):


* Adherence to and support of all safety requirements, including mitigation of ergonomic laboratory concerns by proper use of PPE, ergo tools/techniques, and flex & stretch activities.


* Required to work in a laboratory environment (wearing safety glasses and laboratory clothing/PPE required).  Some exposure to allergens possible in laboratory environment.


* Proficiency with computer systems including Microsoft Office products.  Demonstrated capability to master laboratory computer applications.


* Ability to work in a highly regulated environment.


* Demonstrate strong math and documentation skills.


* Shifts may vary to include: 12-hour rotating (5:45-6:00), 12-hour day (5:45-6:00), 12-hour night (5:45 – 6:00), and/or 8-hour shifts.  Unscheduled overtime may be required.


* Strict adherence to absence management policy is critical.


* High School Diploma or GED.

Additional Preferences:


* Demonstrated strong oral and written communication and interpersonal interaction skills.


* Experience in a laboratory environment desirable.


* Desired minimum: Associate degree (2-yr college degree) in a science field, or 3+ years of demonstrated relevant experience in a GMP laboratory. 

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