Job Responsibilities

• Works all areas of production operation: weighing, blending, filling, packaging, cleaning *
• Accurately weighs product *
• Blends product according to batch record and SOP *
• Accurately fills and packages materials *
• Cleans equipment and rooms to specifications *
• Regularly inspects equipment for proper functioning *
• Meets productivity and production schedules and deadlines *
• Troubleshoots process/production problems *
• Assists with inventory duties such as receiving, product retrieval and shipping
• Safely operates forklift *
• Complies with established standard operating procedures, cGMP quality standards and regulatory procedures *
• Accurately and consistently completes and documents batch records and other required paperwork *
• Precisely follows work orders and specifications *
• Adheres to all plant safety policies and procedures *
• Assists in set up, change over and test runs of equipment for various sized batches and various products
• Effectively communicates with other production employees and with all levels of management *
• Promotes a positive can-do attitude *
• Collaborates in cross functional teams *
• Consistently follows all company policies & procedures *
• Performs other duties as requested

* Essential job function

Physical Requirements

• Sits, bends, stands, walks 90% of the time *
• Repeatedly lifts or pushes a cart with 35–80 lbs *
• Able to pass a respirator health test
• Willing to wear required PPE

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in pharmaceutical or food manufacturing in compliance with 21 CFR Part 211 – Current Good Manufacturing Practice *
• Must be willing to work first or second shift and weekends if needed *
• Flexible and open minded to suggestions from others; keen vision for continuous improvement *

Job Responsibilities

• Utilize multiple communication mediums to connect with prospects, customers, veterinarians, clinics and distributors to increase sales within assigned territory *
• Maintain records of all sales leads and/or customer accounts utilizing our Salesforce platform *
• Develop sales tactics to educate customers with a focus on features of Aurora’s product portfolio *
• Establish a pipeline of potential customers, working to expand and grow sales in assigned territory by following up frequently *
• Monitor industry competitors, new products, and market conditions to understand customer needs *
• Work directly with distribution partners’ outside sales representatives *
• Meet or exceed sales goals established by management *
• Attend approved trade shows and conferences as requested *
• Prepare monthly plans, weekly call reports and monthly expense reports *
• Execute and provide progress reviews on yearly business plan to management; update as needed *
• Determine strategic and innovative ideas and practices to differentiate Aurora products *
• Communicate effectively with all sales team and management, following chain of command when issues arise *
• Follow all company policies, procedures, regulations and the employee handbook *
• Follow designated work schedule *
• Accept and act upon supervisory directions
• Demonstrate flexibility — willingly takes on new tasks *
• Promote a positive, can-do attitude *
• Collaborate in cross-functional teams *
• Consistently follow all company policies & procedures *
• Perform other duties as requested
• Sits, stands, walks 90% of the time *

* Essential job function

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Outside sales experience in the animal health industry
• Must possess a valid state motor vehicle operator’s license and have an acceptable driving record
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong customer service and rapport
• Good interpersonal and presentation skills
• Performs with high level of confidentiality
• Must be a self-starter
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Must be able to travel overnight 50% of the time to manage assigned territory

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, economics, communications or similar field preferred
• 5+ years outside sales experience in the animal health industry