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: Production Maintenance Mechanic – 2nd Shift (Monday-Friday 3:00pm-11:30pm)

As a Production Maintenance Mechanic, you will be part of the 5th Street Maintenance team supporting reliable operation of high-speed packaging and fill line equipment across a complex manufacturing campus. In this role, you will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain critical production systems to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient equipment performance while supporting continuous manufacturing operations.

2nd Shift: Monday-Friday, 3:00pm-11:30pm

Your Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on packaging/fill line equipment, capping machines, bioreactors, fermenters, and related support systems

• Perform equipment setup, changeovers, PM activities, and mechanical troubleshooting to minimize downtime and maintain production continuity

• Complete accurate electronic work orders and maintenance documentation in compliance with cGMP standards

• Support fabrication and repair work including welding, grinding, sawing, and metalwork as needed

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve equipment issues, train others, and maintain a safe, clean work environment following OSHA and lockout/tagout procedures

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: High School Diploma / GED required

• Required Experience: Maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical environment

• Top 2 Skills: Strong mechanical troubleshooting aptitude and effective verbal/written communication skills

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (preferred qualifications):

• Additional education from vocational technical schools or colleges

• Experience maintaining high-speed packaging or fill line equipment in a regulated manufacturing environment

• Knowledge of AC/DC electricity, 3-phase electrical systems, and ability to read electrical/mechanical schematics

• Experience with welding, grinding, fabrication, and shop math calculations

• Familiarity with GMP environments and electronic maintenance record systems

Additional Information:

• Location: Fort Dodge, IA Manufacturing Site

• Shift: 2nd Shift – Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM

• Working Environment: Includes non-classified and classified GMP areas, aseptic production spaces requiring sterile gowning, process areas, and mechanical spaces

• Physical Requirements: Must be able to walk, bend, lift, work in confined spaces, and perform duties in adverse outdoor conditions

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

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