Manufacturing Facilities Technician (Engineering)
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: Manufacturing Facilities Technician
Join our team as a Manufacturing Facilities Technician and play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our cutting-edge manufacturing equipment and utility systems. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with engineering and production teams, implement improvements, and grow your skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. With a focus on safety, efficiency, and continuous development, this position offers a great opportunity for career growth and professional advancement.
Elanco is committed to your growth. This role offers pathways for advancement into senior technician roles, specialized equipment expertise, supported by ongoing training and development opportunities.
Your Responsibilities:
Perform regular and preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment and systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with company standards and regulations for safety and efficiency.
Monitor and control facility utilities, including HVAC, compressed air, and water systems.
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to identify and implement improvements for utility systems, trouble shooting and repairing as needed; maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair work.
Participate in training and development opportunities to maintain current knowledge in the field.
Coordinate and schedule external vendors for specialized repairs and preventative maintenance visits
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Education: Technical degree in Engineering, Science, or related field, or at least 3+ years of practical experience in utilities and manufacturing services.
Experience: Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
Top Skills: Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills with knowledge of utility systems, including HVAC, compressed air, and water systems and ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
Knowledge of safety standards and GMP compliance requirements.
SAP, ERP experience.
Vendor management experience.
Additional Information:
Location: Kansas City Elanco Manufacturing Site (Lenexa and Overland Park locations)
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:
Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
8-week parental leave
9 Employee Resource Groups
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
