Production Maintenance Mechanic – 3rd Shift (Monday-Friday 11 PM - 7:30 AM

Job Description

Your Role: Production Maintenance Mechanic – 3rd Shift (Monday-Friday 11:00pm-7:30am)

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on packaging/fill line equipment, capping machines, bioreactors, fermenters, and related support systems
• Perform equipment setup, changeovers, PM activities, and mechanical troubleshooting to minimize downtime and maintain production continuity
• Complete accurate electronic work orders and maintenance documentation in compliance with cGMP standards
• Support fabrication and repair work including welding, grinding, sawing, and metalwork as needed
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve equipment issues, train others, and maintain a safe, clean work environment following OSHA and lockout/tagout procedures

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma / GED required
• Required Experience: Maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical environment
• Top 2 Skills: Strong mechanical troubleshooting aptitude and effective verbal/written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional education from vocational technical schools or colleges
• Experience maintaining high-speed packaging or fill line equipment in a regulated manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of AC/DC electricity, 3-phase electrical systems, and ability to read electrical/mechanical schematics
• Experience with welding, grinding, fabrication, and shop math calculations
• Familiarity with GMP environments and electronic maintenance record systems

Additional Information

• Location: Fort Dodge, IA
• Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!
• 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