Operator – Warehouse Materials (Information Technology)
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: Operator – Warehouse Materials
As a Operator – Warehouse Materials, you will play a key role in managing materials within the warehouse operation. You will be responsible for tasks such as receiving, sampling, moving, and preparing materials for use, as well as performing cycle counting and assisting in resolving discrepancies. In this role, you'll be critical in advancing material management, inventory control, issue resolution, and continuous improvement efforts.
This posting will offer a one-time sign on bonus of $2,500!
Your Responsibilities:
Ensure a safe and clean work environment by following safety protocols, reporting injuries, illnesses, and deviations, and actively identifying hazards to improve working conditions.
Perform physical tasks within the warehouse, such as receiving, sampling, labeling, and loading/unloading materials from various vehicles (dry bulk and liquid semi-trailers, railcars), and safely move materials using equipment like forklifts, semi-trailers, and railcars.
Manage and maintain both physical and electronic documentation for material handling, including tracking movements, managing rail fleet operations (maintenance, movements, and demurrage), and ensuring accurate record-keeping for inventory control.
Conduct regular cycle counting and inventory checks to maintain accurate stock levels, troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, and resolve any process issues to ensure smooth warehouse operations.
Assist in identifying and resolving inventory discrepancies, supporting investigations for incidents, improving warehouse safety practices, enhancing inventory management systems, and contributing to SAP script testing for system improvements.
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Required Experience: Ability to work in manufacturing/warehousing environment
Top Skills: Strong attention to detail and good documentation skills; good problem-solving skills, oral and written communication skills, and good teamwork and interpersonal interaction skills
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
Previous experience working in warehouse and GMP environments preferred
Previous experience with SAP preferred
Previous experience with operating fork trucks preferred
Previous experience moving box/tank trailers and/or CDL license preferred
Previous experience moving railcars preferred
Additional Information:
Location: Clinton, Indiana Manufacturing Site
Known allergens in area
Tasks may require lifting up to 50 pounds
Work includes manual labor, including some in the outdoor elements
Rotating shift work and overtime may be required
Minimal travel may be required
Successful completion of training requirements related to the job will be required
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
