Associate Production Scientist (Large-Scale Pilot Plant)

Merck Group; Missouri; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Associate Production Scientist to join their Large-Scale Pilot Plant team. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with production scientists and operators to ensure the successful manufacturing of products while troubleshooting process issues. Your expertise in chemistry and analytical techniques will be vital as you contribute to process improvements and maintain high-quality standards. This position offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment that values diversity and innovation, empowering you to make a significant impact in the field of life sciences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant life science discipline required.
• Knowledge in chemistry, biochemistry, and analytical techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing processes and troubleshoot issues in the pilot plant.
• Write and modify procedures while ensuring compliance with quality guidelines.
• Participate in quality audits and perform in-process testing.

Skills

Analytical techniques and equipment

Good communication skills

Troubleshooting skills

Mechanical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry

Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Production equipment

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:

As the Associate Production Scientist (Large-Scale Pilot Plant) with MilliporeSigma, your role is to support our Large-Scale Pilot Plant in Small Molecules Team. You will work with other production scientists and operators, and SMEs to ensure successful manufacturing of an established line of products and troubleshoot and investigate process issues that arise. You will write and modify procedures consistent with quality guidelines and identify potential process improvements while interacting cross-functionally with Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Packaging, Materials Management, Engineering and Maintenance. This position is based in St. Louis at 3500 Dekalb Street.

• Day Shift- Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
• Safely perform operations to meet quality expectations
• Perform multi-disciplined, established processes, assays and/or unit operations, primarily those higher level of skill and knowledge
• Contribute to support functions of the lab (e.g., maintain equipment, prepare reagents, restock lab supplies, waste disposal)
• Clean-up equipment and working areas during and after operations
• Communicate the status of operations and bring deviations to the attention of supervisor
• Ensure all applicable logbooks have been filled out completely by current procedures
• Participate as needed in quality audits
• Accurately perform in-process testing and assays
• Identify problems and limitations of analysis
• Perform routine troubleshooting
• In compliance with change control procedures, improve processes through application of scientific knowledge, experience, and principles
• Participate in process improvements under the guidance of a Supervisor or Scientist
• Take the necessary action to resolve any unsafe conditions
• Perform and interpret analytical evaluations of products and intermediates

Physical Attributes:

• Wearing of personal protective equipment such as respirator or chemical protective clothing for extended periods
• Lifting and pushing up to 50 pounds

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or related life science discipline

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge in chemistry or biochemistry, math, and general science
• Familiar with laboratory instruments and production equipment
• Analytical techniques and equipment
• Safe chemical handling methods experience
• Good communication skills, verbal and written
• Mechanical skills
• Troubleshooting skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. 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 a part of our diverse team!

If you would like to know more about what diversity, equity, and inclusion means to us, please visit https://www.emdgroup.com/en/company/press-positions.html