As a leading global animal health company, Elanco delivers innovative products and services to improve the health of pets and farm animals around the world because we believe making animals' lives better, makes life better. Since 1954, we have provided solutions that support veterinarians, farmers and pet owners to advance our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life. Elanco's promise to employees: Together, we foster an inclusive culture where everyone can make a difference, encouraging ownership, growth and well-being.

Your Role: Production/Facilities Maintenance Technician

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 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


• Responsible for production support and maintenance of production equipment such as tanks, mixers, reactors, pumps, filters, washers, sterilizers, filling equipment and solids processing equipment


• 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


• Participate in and become 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):

• High School diploma or GED


• Min. of 4 years' experience in maintenance


• Broad knowledge of carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and HVAC maintenance and repair.


• Ability to obtain an EPA refrigerant certification.


• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills with ability to communicate and work with a team prioritizing responsibilities while multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Experience in pharmaceutical plant maintenance and calibration


• Strong preference in electrical training specifically NFPA.


• Experience with PLC (Programmed Logic Controller) troubleshooting, programing and wiring


• 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:

• The position requires the employee to come to the site in Elwood, KS Monday through Friday during business hours with occasional weekend/holiday work as required

• There will be days when the employee is required to work longer than 8 hours depending on workload


• 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

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:

Relocation packages

·       Two-week shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)

·       10-week parental leave

·       9 Employee Resource Groups

·       Annual bonus offering

·       Up to 6% 401K matching

·       Dependent and childcare support

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