Biotech Manufacturing Technician - Night Shift (Aseptic)

Biopharma Careers; Worthington (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Worthington, MN is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support vaccine production at our Animal Health facility. The role focuses on media prep, fermentation operations, cleanroom tasks, and adherence to cGMP and SOPs to ensure product quality.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with associates or bachelor’s in biology or related field preferred; strong teamwork and computer skills (MS Word/Excel) are also required. Shift: third shift, Sunday-Thursday.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Biology/Microbiology or related field preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Must pass Physical Abilities Test.

Responsibilities

• Prepare media, operate fermentation vessels, and perform cleaning/disinfection of equipment and laboratories.
• Work in a clean, aseptic environment (cleanroom).
• Follow SOPs and cGMP guidelines; complete and review documentation for accuracy.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Biologics manufacturing

Cell culture

Good communication

Microsoft Office

Excel

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree in Biology/Microbiology

Bachelor’s degree in Biology/Microbiology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Worthington, MN is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support vaccine production at our Animal Health facility. The role focuses on media prep, fermentation operations, cleanroom tasks, and adherence to cGMP and SOPs to ensure product quality.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with associates or bachelor’s in biology or related field preferred; strong teamwork and computer skills (MS Word/Excel) are also required. Shift: third shift, Sunday-Thursday.