Elanco

Elanco

Director, Technical Services/Manufacturing Science

Fort Dodge, IA · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 12 days ago
Data AnalysisComplianceProcess ImprovementGMPLeadershipProblem SolvingMentoring

About the role

  • Director - Technical Service/Manufacturing Science (TSMS)
  • Provide strategic technical leadership for manufacturing processes including biological antigen production, aseptic processing, vaccine formulation, and filling.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence through robust application of GMP, periodic product reviews, and process validation activities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and develop a technical team of scientists, engineers, and statisticians to create a high-performance culture of accountability.
  • Drive continuous process improvement and technical problem-solving by leveraging data analytics and collaborating across the Elanco network.
  • In this role, you will drive technical strategy, ensure GMP compliance, and foster a culture of innovation to support current production and future growth.
  • Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job‑related criteria and/or transferrable skills.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Bioprocess), Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific or technical discipline.
  • What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

Skills

  • What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
  • Master's degree in related discipline
  • Direct experience with vaccine manufacturing, viral or bacterial antigen production, aseptic processing, or lyophilization.
  • Experience managing process validation, technology transfers, and investigations in a regulated environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with Quality, Engineering, and Regulatory teams to influence business outcomes.
  • Experience working within a matrixed, global technical organization with a strong professional network.

Compensation

  • Annual bonus offering

Benefits

  • Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
  • 8-week parental leave
  • Annual bonus offering
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Education: Bachelor's in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Bioprocess), Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific or technical discipline.

Company info

  • At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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