Why Work at Elanco? We Save Puppies!

Working at a monoclonal antibody start-up facility in Elwood, Kansas presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research: Monoclonal antibodies are an innovative type of biologic drug that can target specific molecules in the body to treat a variety of diseases, including cancer and autoimmune disorders. Working at a start-up facility that is developing and manufacturing these drugs at a commercial scale is an opportunity to be on the forefront of medical research and contribute to developing treatments that can have a significant impact on pets' lives. Our newest product is a one-time injection that is 100% effective in curing the deadly parvovirus in puppies!  Elwood is 60 min North of downtown Kansas City and 15 min from St. Joseph, MO. 

Your Role:

Packaging Engineer As a `Packaging Engineer`, you will provide essential technical knowledge and support across various departments, including labeling, packaging, quality assurance, and R&D. You will also be responsible for executing capital projects related to equipment expansion and process improvement for labeling and packaging, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic plan.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide technical knowledge for the development and specification of printed, primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging materials.
• Offer packaging engineering support to departments such as labeling, filling, quality assurance, and R&D.
• Investigate and remediate material quality issues and product quality complaints associated with labeling and packaging.
• Design and develop new product presentation packaging materials and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Provide engineering support for capital equipment projects, including specification development, installation, and validation.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: Bachelor of Science Degree (Engineering preferred) or relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience: A minimum of 1+ years experience in packaging or filling (liquids).
• Top 2 skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to plan, schedule, organize, prioritize, and coordinate project activities.

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

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Additional Information:

• Travel: Minimal < 10%
• Location: Elwood, KS - Onsite.
• This is a day position, with weekend and evening work potentially required for process support.
• Relocation assistance may be provided for qualified candidates.