Associate Production Scientist - C Shift

Merck Group; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in pharmaceuticals as an Associate Production Scientist in Madison, WI. This lab-based role involves the safe manufacturing of APIs, adherence to cGMP practices, and fostering a culture of innovation and safety. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in a relevant field and a passion for quality in the pharmaceutical industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline required.
• Ability to read and understand written protocols.
• Strong mathematical and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture active pharmaceutical ingredients per cGMP requirements.
• Demonstrate lab safety practices.
• Mentor new employees and support departmental tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematical skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or other Life Science discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Document Management Systems

Job description

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role:

The Associate Production Scientist - C Shift in Madison, WI is primarily focused on safe and efficient manufacturing of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) according to current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) requirements. This role is lab-based and primarily focused on executing required production operations to support the end users and patients of the compounds produced at MilliporeSigma. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• C Shift: Rotating shift, Monday-Thursday 6:30pm – 7:00am, then Monday – Wednesday 6:30pm – 7:00am
• Demonstrate proper lab safety practices and work in accordance with FDA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, DOT, and other regulatory agency guidelines.
• Function as a Primary Operator for a single group of GMP Production areas (e.g., Kilo Labs). Draft preliminary reports detailing deviations from written procedures and potential contributing factors.
• Utilize and provide minor updates to a variety of written procedures, including operating procedures, with assistance from a supervisor or SME.
• Help identify and immediately correct equipment, process, and safety issues in the lab. Mentor new employees by performing supplemental technical and on-the-job training. Participate in a team-based, multi-shift manufacturing environment by actively engaging in inter-shift communication and maintaining high-quality in-lab housekeeping.
• Take independent ownership of a departmental support responsibility.
• Engage in personal and professional career development through active participation in development objectives.
• Provide departmental support through additional tasks as directed by department leadership.

Physical Attributes:

• Work with highly potent / hazardous materials
• Stand for long periods
• Lifting and moving up to 50 pounds with assistance
• Utilize proper personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection and full-body suits as required

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or other Life Science discipline

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to read and understand written protocols
• Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Electronic Document Management Systems, etc.)
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Mechanical and technical aptitude
• Ability to operate hand tools, calculators, and measuring devices
• Strong mathematical skills
• High internal motivation
• Ability to multi-task while paying close attention to detail

We offer a diverse and inclusive environment where innovation thrives. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become part of a team dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!