Job description
The Process Engineering Manager at Elanco will support the design, operation, control, and optimization of manufacturing processes at the Elwood, Kansas facility. This role involves developing technical expertise in process performance and equipment, contributing to data analysis, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. The manager will lead front-line process engineers and ensure alignment with Elanco's operational standards. This position emphasizes a commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance in a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent.
- 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or a related industry.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with knowledge of cGMP.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide process engineering support for capital projects including design, development, and validation activities.
- Develop and analyze process designs and serve as a subject matter expert on process and equipment.
- Author, review, and maintain technical documentation such as user requirement specifications and safety assessments.
- Provide technical support for manufacturing operations and ensure issues are documented and resolved.
- Monitor and maintain processes and equipment in a validated state to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Use data-driven analysis to evaluate process performance and implement improvements.
- Assess the impact of process changes on product quality and regulatory compliance.
- Build and support the Process Engineering function by coaching team members and establishing standard work.
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
Benefits
- Employees at Elanco are often offered competitive compensation with annual bonus and equity eligibility, retirement plans (including a U.S. 401(k)), and comprehensive health coverage—medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability—and even pet insurance. Time-off and flexibility typically include generous PTO, U.S. mid-year and year-end paid shutdown weeks, parental leave, and flexible/remote work options. Employees also benefit from strong development programs (onboarding, course libraries, mentorship, nine ERGs, and tiered leadership programs) that support both professional growth and community involvement.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Combined across 2 filing entities: Elanco Us Inc, Elanco Animal Health Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
4
FY2026
Approval rate
100.0%
FY2026
LCA certified
12
FY2026
Entry-level share
0.0%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+3%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-25%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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