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! Responsibilities: Responsible for your own safety and in ensuring safe working practices are followed in the laboratory to create a safe working environment for all staff by wearing correct Personal Protective Equipment at all times and any identified risks are reported.
Analyze samples in a timely manner to meet laboratory key performance indicators and customer needs by performing analysis according to the laboratory schedule and relevant Quality Control documentation and prompt review of results.
Provide a prompt investigation of all Quality Control out of specification results to enable the release of test results within agreed timeframes by ensuring investigations and corrective and preventative actions are completed by their due date.
Conduct all routine analysis and with adherence to Quality Control procedures to remain in compliance and deliver accurate results by following local standard operating procedures, Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Laboratory Practice and site Quality Systems.
Assist in the development of standard operating procedures and test methods to ensure the Quality Control documents are accurate and within their review date by drafting documents and reviewing documents as assigned.
Assess that all equipment is qualified and calibrated according to standard to ensure accurate test results are generated by reviewing equipment status before use and reporting any deviations to the Quality Control Manager.
Maintain microbiological reference cultures to agreed standards.
Perform media preparation, validation and quality control checks to agreed standards.
Basic Qualification: Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology or related field.
3 years of work experience in a microbiology laboratory in Pharmaceutical industry.
Must have work experience in GMP and knowledge in GLP.
Experience in media/method validation would be an advantage.
Strong problem-solving skills, including Out of Specification investigations.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in New Zealand
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
About Us Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders, and society as a whole. With nearly 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to helping our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on our local and global communities. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching life and our Elanco Healthy Purpose CSR framework – all to advance the health of animals, people and the planet. Learn more at www.elanco.com .
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