Biotech Manufacturing Associate — Process Improvement

Merck & Co.; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 72,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Long-term incentive

Benefits package including medical, 13

Job summary

Merck & Co. in the United States seeks an early-career engineer or scientist to apply technical knowledge in a manufacturing environment, focusing on biologics production, process troubleshooting, investigations, validation, and continuous improvement.

The role supports day-to-day vaccine and biopharmaceutical production, collaborates with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and BTS teams to resolve issues, analyzes data, and drives improvements while adhering to cGMP standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or life sciences as listed.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude through academic, internship, co-op, or professional experiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to evaluate issues from safety, compliance, equipment, process, and operational perspectives.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new technologies and manufacturing processes quickly.
• Ability to work independently while contributing within teams.
• Demonstrated collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and technical documentation practices.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated integrity and scientific rigor in decision making.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day manufacturing operations by providing technical assistance for vaccine and biopharmaceutical production processes.
• Assist with troubleshooting process, equipment, and operational issues to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
• Participate in technical investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities.
• Analyze manufacturing data and process performance metrics to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Support process improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, reliability, productivity, and cost effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, BTS Analytical, and BTS Process Development teams to resolve technical issues and improve process performance.
• Support lifecycle management of commercial manufacturing processes through data collection, analysis, and documentation.
• Assist in qualification, validation, and verification activities associated with manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Author and revise technical documents, including protocols, reports, investigations, risk assessments, operating procedures, and manufacturing support documentation.
• Support implementation of engineering controls, process analytical technologies, and standardized work practices.
• Participate in laboratory-scale and production-scale studies that support process understanding and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to technical evaluations associated with process changes, manufacturing deviations, and new technology implementation.
• Ensure all activities are performed in accordance with site safety requirements, cgMP, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Present technical findings and project updates to team members and stakeholders.
• Collaborate in cross-functional teams while fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment.
• Perform off-shift support or routine coverage activities as needed.

Skills

Biological Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Data Analysis

Detail-Oriented

Engineering Standards

Equipment Maintenance

Estimation and Planning

Field Failure Analysis

Manufacturing Processes

Manufacturing Quality Control

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Process Design

Process Improvements

Product Formulation

Teamwork

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biological Systems Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Protein Chemistry, or related life sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Merck & Co. in the United States seeks an early-career engineer or scientist to apply technical knowledge in a manufacturing environment, focusing on biologics production, process troubleshooting, investigations, validation, and continuous improvement.

The role supports day-to-day vaccine and biopharmaceutical production, collaborates with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and BTS teams to resolve issues, analyzes data, and drives improvements while adhering to cGMP standards.