Manager, Quality Control (Project Management)
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: Manager, Quality Control
As the Manager, Quality Control, you will lead our Quality Control operations to ensure the safety, productivity, and development of employees, excellence in customer service, and adherence to regulatory standards. In this role, you will be responsible for building a high-performing team, overseeing laboratory operations, and driving strategic and tactical quality initiatives to meet both compliance and business needs.
Your Responsibilities:
Develop, implement, and communicate a strategic vision for QC to maximize operations and build competitive capability.
Lead and develop a team of 5–12 personnel, ensuring clear objectives, performance accountability, and talent growth.
Oversee laboratory operations including testing, inspection, material release, final product testing, and stability programs.
Anticipate and address quality or regulatory risks while implementing process improvements to maintain compliance and productivity.
Build strong relationships with staff, cross-functional teams, and stakeholders to ensure delivery of business needs.
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Education: Bachelor's Degree in a science-related field, or equivalent experience.
Required Experience: Experience in quality control, quality assurance, laboratory operations, or related fields with demonstrated leadership ability.
Top Skills: Strategic planning and execution, team leadership and engagement.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
Experience in Production, QC, QA, Manufacturing Science & Technology, or Regulatory functions.
Previous management or leadership experience.
Strong understanding of manufacturing, sourcing, materials management, microbiology, and laboratory operations.
Proven ability to implement change and improve operational/quality metrics.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Additional Information:
Location: Clinton, IN Manufacturing Site
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:
Multiple relocation packages
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 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
