Manufacturing Operator 2

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Manufacturing Operator 2 in Milwaukee, focusing on the safe and efficient production of advanced semiconductor and life science products. This role requires strong attention to safety and quality, along with a commitment to personal development. Ideal for those with a background in manufacturing, this position offers a competitive hourly wage and the chance to be part of a diverse and inclusive team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Produce, purify and package chemical compounds.
• Verify the quality and integrity of materials and equipment.
• Engage in personal and professional career development.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Work Your Magic with us!Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role

The Manufacturing Operator 2 – 2nd Shift at the Milwaukee site is primarily focused on the safe and efficient manufacturing of products that are used by our customers to manufacture the most advanced semiconductors in the world as well as life science products that contribute to quality-of-life enhancements. As a Manufacturing Operator 2 at MilliporeSigma, you will manufacture materials using existing production procedures and maintain a high level of safety and quality in the work environment. Starting pay is $26.50/hr. Job duties include:

• Produce, purify and package chemical compounds to meet the requirements of MilliporeSigma customers
• Stage materials utilizing a variety of warehouse equipment including pallet trucks and Powered Industrial Trucks
• Verify the quality and integrity of materials and equipment
• Perform in-process analytical testing, including workups and simple interpretations (as described in the Master Production Record), and accurately update batch records, computer systems, and SAP according to ISO procedures.
• Demonstrate proper lab, manufacturing and packaging safety practices in accordance with OSHA, EPA, DNR, DOT and other regulatory agency guidelines
• Participate in team-based objectives focused on improving safety (including proactive hazard identification and reporting), quality, and production output of key manufacturing processes, maintaining a high level of safety in all activities.
• Engage in personal and professional career development through active participation in development objectives
• Shift/Hours: Monday – Friday, 2:00pm -10:30pm

Physical Attributes:

• Wear an air helmet, respirator mask, safety shoes, rubber apron, chemical protective suits and gloves, safety glasses and goggles to protect from toxic or corrosive chemicals
• Work in occasional wet, humid abnormally hot or cold environment
• Sit, stand, walk, reach above the shoulder, stoop, kneel, twist, or crouch for long periods of time
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Work with and in proximity of hazardous chemicals
• Use close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth vision and the ability to adjust focus
• Use a range of office, laboratory, and manufacturing equipment
• Work near moving mechanical parts

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

• 3+ years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior industrial work experience or chemical handling
• Understand chemical reactions and hazards
• Understand ISO and quality systems
• Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, and equipment troubleshooting skills; excellent communication (oral & written); high attention to detail and multitasking ability; and the ability to read and understand written protocols.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!

If you would like to know more about what diversity, equity, and inclusion means to us, please visit https://www.emdgroup.com/en/company/press-positions.html