WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS):

• High School Diploma/GED with 8 years of experience, BA or BS degree in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or closely related field, or comparable experience.
• Technical skills in microbiology to include, but not limited to aseptic technique, sterile gowning, and pipetting are required.
• Excellent computer, documentation, communication, and organizational skills required.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE (PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS):

• Experience in cGMP environment preferred.
• Experience with sterility, mycoplasma, environmental monitoring, and water testing preferred.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical cGMPs (US and EU), FDA, USDA, VICH, EU as related to QC activities.
• Experience related to method development/validation.
  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!

YOUR ROLE: QUALITY CONTROL SUPERVISOR, MICROBIOLOGY

In this role, you will manage and lead the microbiology team in supporting manufacturing, monitoring clean, classified areas and utilities, and in-process and final product release testing. You will supervise a group of 6-7 individuals at any given time.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads and schedules a team of Quality Control Microbiologists, delegating tasks effectively.
• Manages all microbiological testing, including environmental monitoring, utilities, and product testing, reviewing, approving, and reporting data.
• Coordinates interdepartmental activities, ensuring seamless collaboration between microbiology and manufacturing, validation, and engineering teams.
• Develops and maintains training programs and records for microbiology staff.
• Creates, reviews, and approves essential documentation, including specifications, validation protocols/reports, study protocols/reports, SOPs, and testing documentation. Establishes new testing methods as needed.

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
• Annual bonus offering
• Up to 6% 401K matchin