Associate Technician, Operations

MSD; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision healthcare

Other insurance benefits

Retirement benefits (401(k))

Paid holidays

Vacation

Compassionate and sick days

Job summary

MSD in De Soto, Kansas is hiring an Associate Packaging Technician to support biologics manufacturing and packaging operations in our Animal Health facility near Kansas City. You will work on bottle label application, bottle packaging, palletization, and ensure accurate documentation using Good Documentation Practices.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to work independently or with a team, and basic computer skills; overtime may be necessary to meet production schedules.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; able to follow SOPs and regulatory policies.
• Proficient with MS Word and MS Excel; able to manage basic documentation.
• Willingness to work overtime to meet production demands.
• Demonstrates teamwork and initiative to support colleagues.
• Attention to detail and good time management.

Responsibilities

• Operate sealed bottle label application and bottle packaging.
• Support palletization and inventory reconciliation activities.
• Complete process documentation and compliance records.
• Assist in cycle counting and ensure schedule adherence.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement.

Skills

Aseptic Handling

Chemical Plant Operations

Computer Literacy

Documentation Prep

GMP

Manufacturing Operations

Packaging Operations

Packaging Processes

Pharmaceutical Production

Production Scheduling

Safety Procedures

Shift Work

Summary Reports

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way. Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence. Because when it comes to animal health, no one sees it like we do.

Our Manufacturing Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a \"Safety First, Quality Always\" mindset striving for continuous improvement. We work in the local plant connected to our global manufacturing network to ensure the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products.

Summary, Focus and Purpose

The Associate Packaging Technician position is available at our Animal Health facility in De Soto, Kansas, located near Kansas City metropolitan area. The DeSoto facility is expanding operations to manufacturing vaccines and biologics for large and companion animals and leveraging an experienced and innovative team environment, the key technologies at the site are biologics production using fermentation and cell culture platforms, filling and packaging. Working within the packaging operations teams you will be expected to be able to work independently and as part of the team to contribute to the daily completion and schedule adherence of production activities. The packaging operation is made up of teams that carry out the day to day production activities of sealed bottle label application, bottle packaging, palletization, process document completion, cycle counting, and inventory reconciliation. The position requires someone who can demonstrate good attention to detail and achieve a consistent error‑free execution of daily job responsibilities, be able to complete documentation using Good Documentation Practices and be able to identify opportunities for process improvement and employ basic problem‑solving skills.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent Required Principled verbal and written communications Follow/comply with Manufacturing/Packaging Directions, Standard Operating Procedures, Company/Corporate/Regulatory Policies Ability to demonstrate basic skills in effective time management to meet given deadlines Demonstrates ability to work effectively with team members and show initiative to support others on the team Proficient with basic computer skills including MS Word and MS Excel Ability to work overtime as needed due to business demands Preferred Experience working in a manufacturing/packaging environment Good understanding of aseptic processes used in manufacturing/packaging Experience using quality improvement tools and continuous improvement processes and site quality metrics #MSJR

Required Skills

• Aseptic Handling
• Aseptic Handling
• Chemical Plant Operations
• Computer Literacy
• Customer Communications
• Documentation Preparation
• Environmental Controls
• Gift Wrapping
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Information Technology (IT)
• Manufacturing
• Manufacturing Operations
• Microsoft Word
• Operations Support
• Packaging Operations
• Packaging Processes
• Pharmaceutical Production
• Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance
• Product Compliance
• Production Scheduling
• Safety
• Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ)
• Safety Procedures
• Schedule Adherence
• Shift Work
• Summary Reports

Salary

The salary range for this role is: $39,900 - $62,800. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision healthcare
• other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
• retirement benefits, including 401(k)
• paid holidays
• vacation
• compassionate and sick days

Employee Status

Regular Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: 10% Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable Shift: 1st - Day Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): n/a Job Posting End Date: 11/4/2026. *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement. We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts.

San Francisco Residents Only

We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Los Angeles Residents Only

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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Company Overview

Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.