Associate Production Scientist - Weekend Night Shift

Merck Group; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Merck Group as an Associate Production Scientist on the Weekend Night Shift in Madison, WI. This role focuses on the safe manufacturing of active pharmaceutical ingredients following FDA regulations. You will engage in lab production operations, mentor new team members, and ensure a high standard of quality and safety in all manufacturing processes.

Benefits

Commitment to inclusion and belonging

Empowerment for personal and professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Strong computer skills and mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Effective communication and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Execute production operations to manufacture active pharmaceutical ingredients following cGMP.
• Demonstrate proper lab safety practices and mentor new employees.
• Identify and correct equipment, process, and safety issues.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Strong computer skills

Mechanical and technical aptitude

Strong math skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related Life Science field

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 - Weekend Night 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 involves executing production operations to support the end users and patients of the compounds produced at MilliporeSigma. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Shift Details: Rotating shift, Thursday – Sunday 6:30pm – 7:00am, then Friday – Sunday 6:30pm – 7:00am
• Demonstrating proper lab safety practices, working in accordance with FDA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, DOT, and other regulatory agency guidelines.
• Functioning as a Primary Operator for GMP Production areas (e.g., Kilo Labs). Drafting reports on deviations and contributing factors.
• Updating written procedures with assistance from supervisors or SMEs.
• Identifying and correcting equipment, process, and safety issues. Mentoring new employees and participating in team-based manufacturing activities.
• Taking ownership of departmental responsibilities and engaging in personal and professional development.
• Supporting the department with additional tasks as directed.

Physical Attributes:

• Working with highly potent/hazardous materials
• Standing for long periods
• Lifting up to 50 pounds with assistance
• Using personal protective equipment such as respirators, coveralls, hazmat suits, etc.

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related Life Science field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to read and understand protocols
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Electronic Document Management Systems)
• Effective communication skills
• Mechanical and technical aptitude
• Ability to operate hand tools, calculators, and measuring devices
• Strong math skills
• High internal motivation
• Ability to multitask with attention to detail

What we offer: We are curious minds from diverse backgrounds. We believe this variety drives excellence and innovation. We are committed to inclusion and belonging, empowering everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and join a team dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!