Entry-Level Automation Specialist - Pharma Manufacturing

MSD Malaysia; Elkton (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD Malaysia is seeking an Entry-Level Automation Associate Specialist to support automated manufacturing operations at our Elkton, Virginia campus. You will provide hands-on automation technical support in a 24/7 environment, working 12-hour rotating shifts and collaborating with a cross-functional team to ensure safe, compliant production.

The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, science, or business, plus the motivation to learn and grow in a fast-paced pharmaceutical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Science, or Business required.
• Hands-on automation troubleshooting in a 24/7 manufacturing setting preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on automation support across the manufacturing site during 12-hour rotating shifts.
• Serve as initial contact for shop-floor automation issues and calls.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, DCS, and OEM automation platforms to sustain compliant operations.

Skills

Automation

PLC troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering/Science/Business

Tools

Emerson DeltaV

Allen-Bradley PLCs

OSI-PI

SQL Infobatch

Job description

MSD Malaysia is seeking an Entry-Level Automation Associate Specialist to support automated manufacturing operations at our Elkton, Virginia campus. You will provide hands-on automation technical support in a 24/7 environment, working 12-hour rotating shifts and collaborating with a cross-functional team to ensure safe, compliant production.

The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, science, or business, plus the motivation to learn and grow in a fast-paced pharmaceutical