Senior Specialist – QA (Inbound and Outbound Distribution and Receiving)

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.

At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.

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: Senior Specialist – QA (Inbound and Outbound Distribution and Receiving)

As Sr.

Specialist – QA, you will be part of the Quality Assurance team supporting product distribution and material receipt in compliance with USDA regulations and internal standards.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, and accurate documentation while partnering cross-functionally with Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, and Customer Service.

Your Responsibilities:


* Manage QA release activities for raw materials and finished goods, including SAP transactions and USDA Form 2008 submissions


* Inspect and verify labeling, documentation, and regulatory compliance for domestic and international distribution


* Coordinate sampling, testing, and retention programs in alignment with USDA and internal quality standards


* Support investigations, deviations, complaints, and recalls, recommending corrective actions as needed


* Maintain and develop QA documentation, including SOPs, quality agreements, and material specifications

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):


* Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent level of experience


* Required Experience: Demonstrated experience in quality assurance, regulatory compliance (USDA/FDA), and/or distribution/logistics environments


* Top 2 skills (all in one bullet): Strong attention to detail and advanced communication skills (written and verbal)

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):


* Experience working with SAP or quality management systems (e.g., Veeva)


* Knowledge of USDA/APHIS regulations and 9CFR requirements


* Experience supporting audits, supplier quality, or quality agreements


* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a highly regulated environment


* Experience training teams on quality or compliance processes

Additional Information:


* Travel: Minimal (as needed)


* Location: Winslow, ME Manufacturing Site

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