Manufacturing Control Slides Technician

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Lab Technician to join their dynamic team in St. Louis. In this role, you will perform essential laboratory activities, including slide manufacturing and packaging, while adhering to standard operating procedures. Your expertise in laboratory techniques and attention to detail will be crucial as you maintain compliance with industry standards and contribute to the continuous improvement of processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to grow within a collaborative environment dedicated to quality and safety in the manufacturing sector.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of production experience with an Associate’s degree.
• 3+ years of production experience with a High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and package products following SOPs.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and comply with cGMP compliance.
• Document manufacturing processes using ERP systems.

Skills

Laboratory Techniques

Microtomy

IHC Staining

Documentation Skills

Time Management

Education

Associate’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Life Science

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

SAP

ERP Systems

Job description

Work Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Shift: No
Department: LS-SC-PMLPCB Cell Marque Upstream
Hiring Manager:Tara Giebe

This information is for internals only. Please do not share outside of the organization.

Your Role:

Under supervision, the Production Lab Tech - Mfg Histology performs laboratory activities in the manufacturing lab including slide manufacturing events and packaging events and assists in tasks required for block qualification; follows the manufacturing schedule to complete required tasks per standard operating procedures involving basic laboratory techniques, calculations, material measurements, operation of laboratory equipment and record keeping.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Manufacture and package products following SOPs
• Use local ERP systems to accurately document manufacturing processes
• Stock area inventories
• Maintain lab cleanliness and comply with cGMP compliance
• Perform microtomy, IHC staining, and troubleshoot
• Maintain records and keep spreadsheets updated
• Escalate any non-conforming products to management, participate in the investigation process
• Meet productivity standards and strive to increase productivity without sacrificing quality and safety
• Look for ways to improve and promote quality
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness
• Manage time and priorities to meet deadlines
• Troubleshoot equipment problems
• Work on various projects to improve efficiency or compliance
• Follow regulatory and standard requirements as applicable to the site, i.e., MDSAP, ISO 13485, IVDR, and compliance withthe site Quality Manual

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or other Life Science discipline and 1+ years of production experience

OR

• High School Diploma or GED and 3+ years of production experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent computer skills, including MS Office
• Knowledge of FDA QSRs and ISO 13485 or other related industry standards
• Experience with SAP or other ERP system
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to create clear, concise, written reports and accurately complete batch records
• Knowledge of SAP NEXT

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.