Maintenance Technician
Elanco · Clinton, IN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Industry
- Pharma & life sciences
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Elanco (pharma & life sciences) in Clinton, IN. You will be part of the manufacturing team to deliver high-quality equipment reliability and precision maintenance.
- They ask for
- degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- FDA / GMP, SAP
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $62k–$88k.
Median of the low and high ends of 74 live postings that list pay, out of 2992 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Indiana plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 114 other live reliability postings in Indiana.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 50%
- PLC 48%
- Welding 38%
- Root cause 23%
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This plant: Elanco in Clinton
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Full description from ElancoAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Your Role: Maintenance Technician
As a Maintenance Technician, you will be part of the manufacturing team to deliver high-quality equipment reliability and precision maintenance. In this role, you’ll be responsible for executing mechanical rebuilds, troubleshooting unreliable equipment, and maintaining compliance within a GMP manufacturing facility.
Your
Responsibilities
- ◆Execute precision maintenance and rebuild tasks using shop equipment such as lathes and mills while adhering to strict safety and PPE policies.
- ◆Lead mechanical troubleshooting efforts and collaborate with engineering to implement equipment strategies and reliability projects.
- ◆Maintain accurate GMP documentation, including asset swaps, notes for work performed, and updates to engineering manuals within the CMMS (SAP) system.
- ◆Foster a positive working culture through effective communication and partnerships with operations to ensure jobs are carried to completion and supported during start-up.
- ◆Support site compliance and personal development by maintaining 100% completion of learning plans and actively participating in the performance management process.
to Succeed (minimum qualifications)
- ✓Education: High school degree or equivalent level of experience.
- ✓Experience: Proven experience in industrial maintenance with a focus on mechanical troubleshooting and precision practices.
- ✓Mastery of rebuild shop equipment (lathe, mill); technical knowledge of bearings, fit, tolerance, clearances, and mechanical fasteners.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)
- ✓Associate degree related to industrial maintenance.
- ✓Previous experience in local trades or specialized industrial maintenance roles.
- ✓Proficient in reading and modifying mechanical drawings and engineering prints.
- ✓Ability to organize and lead training for other mechanics on precision maintenance procedures.
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Additional Information
- •Location: Clinton Laboratories – Clinton, IN.
- •Schedule: 12-hour rotating swing shift (nights/days); schedule may be adjusted based on business needs and could include nights.
- •Overtime may be required to support operational coverage and production demands.
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:
- •8-week parental leave
- •9 Employee Resource Groups
- •Annual bonus offering
- •Up to 6% 401K matching
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