Director, Vaccine Manufacturing

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: Director, Vaccine Manufacturing This position is accountable for operational and technical direction in the assigned biologics production area; to insure a safe workplace and operational capability through proper selection, training and scheduling of staff and the work force, and to follow company policies and corporate business plans. You will be responsible for operational strategies to implement and maintain compliance status (USDA, OSHA and others as required) within the department are expected. Additional responsibilities include implementation of projects and strategies to reduce cost of goods and improve existing production processes and representation of the interests of their assigned area to business contacts (customers, suppliers, etc.) inside as well as outside Elanco. Your Responsibilities: Oversee all aspects of assigned production area, ensuring the manufacture of high-quality biological products and the efficient processing of related materials, adhering to strict quality standards and regulatory requirements. Collaborate in the seamless transition of new products from Process Development into full-scale Production, including the manufacturing of qualifying and validation batches to confirm process integrity and product consistency. Proactively identify and resolve production-related challenges through systematic problem-solving, comprehensive documentation, and the implementation of effective solutions, while championing LEAN principles and fostering a culture of innovation within the department. Provide comprehensive training and development opportunities for department leadership, focusing on scientific principles, effective time management, adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), technical requirements, and compliance with all relevant policies and regulations governing production activities. Maintain open communication with management regarding departmental progress, potential challenges, employee-related matters, innovative ideas, and other pertinent information, while also managing administrative tasks such as budget preparation, expense monitoring, and ensuring compliance with company policies and safety programs. What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications): Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline + 8 years of relevant experience or Master’s Degree in related discipline + 6 years of experience. Technical knowledge of biological production equipment and all biological operations necessary to produce high quality products in a safe manner. Ability to lead teams to achieve results and proven experience in coaching and developing others/Delegation/Growing Talent. What Will Give You the Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications): Excellent verbal and written communication, coaching and teamwork skills. Additional Information: Location: Fort Dodge, Iowa Direct Reports: 1-5; Total Reports: 15-65 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 for eligible roles 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