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Posted 3 weeks ago
Operator – Warehouse Materials
Job description
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. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People. 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. 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 Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Elanco does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, F-1/OPT or TN status) for this employment position. 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 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. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice. Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders, and society as a whole. With nearly 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to helping our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on our local and global communities. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching life and our Elanco Healthy Purpose™ CSR framework – all to advance the health of animals, people and the planet. Learn more at www.elanco.com.