Manufacturing & Quality in Kansas City

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Why Work at Kansas City?

Elanco Kansas City is a small molecule site providing farm and companion animal products to the Elanco portfolio. The place was established as Ivy Animal Health, Inc. in 1982 and acquired by Elanco in 2007. Ever since the site has had an expanding portfolio. The two Kansas locations—Overland Park and Lenexa—provide products, including the Component Family, Compudose, HeifermaX, Zorbium, and MilbeMite. This site specializes in high containment of potent compounds, wet granulation, dry blending, tablet compression, elastomeric extrusion, powder coating, liquid formulation, tube filling, controlled (DEA secure) storage, automated and manual packaging, and contains a small-scale pilot facility for dry product formulation and compression.

Elanco Kansas City is an employer for various fields, including operations, engineering, quality, laboratory, technical services, and more. At Elanco, we are dedicated to employee development, allowing employees to build lasting and meaningful careers. The site supports company efforts to be a safe harbor for all people by promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion through multicultural events. Additionally, the site takes time to celebrate its accomplishments throughout the year in the form of sports events, food trucks, and holiday parties.


Inauguration Date

Established in 1982, the company was acquired by Elanco in 2007 and fully integrated in 2012.

Our Products

Compudose, Component Products with Tylan, HeifermaX500, Zorbium, MilbeMite.

Distribution

US, Canada, South Africa, Mexico, Australia, and Latin America.

Hear From our Employees 


We asked our current employees why they decided to work at Elanco in Kansas City, and what their experience at the company has been like so far.

Andrea Bannick

Senior Associate, Quality Control

"For me, Elanco is a great place to work because it encourages growth and promotes an inclusive culture by pursuing involvement, delivery, ownership, and innovation every day."

More About the Area

Within Kansas City, the strong local economy provides the 2.3 million people living in the Kansas City metro area a high quality of life. There is a wide variety of top-rated universities, pro sports events, incredible arts, culture, and -of course - some of the best barbecues in America. There are several close lakes and rivers for fishing and several trails throughout the metro and surrounding areas whether you enjoy cycling, horseback riding, or hiking. 

Our Elanco manufacturing sites in Kansas City and Elwood are not far from each other.

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Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of animals and be a part of a diverse team committed to making a positive impact.


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