Lead Maintenance Technician

MSD Malaysia; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 79,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in De Soto, Kansas, is seeking a Lead Technician, Maintenance to install, maintain, repair and perform preventive maintenance on facility equipment across electrical, mechanical, HVAC/R and CMMS (SAP) systems.

The role supports biologics manufacturing capabilities with a focus on safety and quality, including 24-hour emergency response on a rotational basis. Candidates should have 5+ years in industrial maintenance or a 2-year technical degree with 3 years' experience, strong

Qualifications

• Five or more years in industrial maintenance or a 2-year technical degree with three years of maintenance experience.
• Ability to read electrical prints and P&ID control loops.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety culture and GMP/regulated environments.

Skills

Building Automation Systems

CMMS

Electrical Troubleshooting

HVAC Engineering

HVAC Maintenance

HVAC Systems

Hydraulic Systems

Instrumentation Systems

Instrument Calibrations

Manufacturing Equipment

Mechanical Troubleshooting

People Management

Pneumatic Systems

Preventive Maintenance

Prioritization

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS (SAP)

HMI/SCADA

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.

The Lead Technician, Maintenance 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. 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.

The incumbent will be required to perform work in one or more special craft areas, and the work detail is to install, maintain, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on new and existing facilities equipment, electrical, mechanical, HVAC/R and computerized building management systems. To repair equipment and recalibrate as needed. To perform general building maintenance, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair as needed. To perform 24 hour emergency repair on a rotational basis. Carries out industrial maintenance functions in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices and prepares technical documentation. Participates in the establishment and improvement of new and existing process equipment. Primary focus will involve maintaining process equipment by developing/performing PM's, documenting work using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS - SAP) and other duties as requested by the Maintenance Manager.

Equipment: Utility Equipment: steam boilers, chillers, air handlers, air compressors, DI water, etc. Process Equipment: fermenters, process tanks, centrifuges, autoclaves, CIP systems, microfluidizers, etc. Packaging Equipment: injection filler, unscramble, capper, labeler, tray packer, etc. Machine shop equipment: drill press, grinder, gas and electric welder, power cutting tools, etc.

Education Minimum Requirement:

High School diploma or equivalent required. Trade school, certifications, or college level courses related to construction/maintenance trades highly preferred.

Required Experience and Skills:

Five (5) years of industrial maintenance experience or two (2) year technical degree with three (3) years of maintenance experience or equivalent. A primary knowledge in the industrial maintenance environment is required. Mechanical and electrical trouble shooting skills are essential and must possess these skills to be effective in this area without further skills training. Must be able to read electrical prints and P&ID control loops. Must be able to demonstrate ability to maintain a strong safety culture with in daily activities.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

Ability to use HMI (Human Machine Interface) & SCADA system for trouble shooting and repair preferred. Experience in FDA or USDA regulated environment preferred. #MSJR

The salary range for this role is: $79,200 - $124,700 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.

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

Required Skills:

• Building Automation Systems
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Electrical System Troubleshooting
• HVAC Engineering
• HVAC Maintenance
• HVAC Systems
• Hydraulic Systems
• Instrumentation Systems
• Instrument Calibrations
• Manufacturing Equipment
• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• People Management
• Pneumatic Systems
• Preventive Maintenance
• Prioritization

Employee Status: Regular

Relocation: No relocation

VISA Sponsorship: No

Travel Requirements: 10%

Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable

Shift: 2nd - Evening

Valid Driving License: No

Hazardous Material(s): N/A

Job Posting End Date: 09/23/2026

Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

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.