Manufacturing Technician 3 (Day Shift)

Merck Group; Missouri; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Technician 3 to join their dynamic team in St. Louis. In this role, you will support the Small Molecules product lines, working closely with production scientists and operators to ensure successful manufacturing processes. You'll be responsible for troubleshooting, writing procedures, and implementing quality improvements while adhering to safety standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to engage in cross-functional collaboration and contribute to innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment. If you're passionate about making an impact in life sciences, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in life science manufacturing or laboratory work.
• Knowledge in chemistry or biochemistry, math, and general science.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform operations to meet quality expectations.
• Contribute to support functions of the lab, including maintaining equipment.
• Perform routine troubleshooting of equipment.

Skills

Laboratory Skills

Communication Skills

Mechanical Skills

Troubleshooting Skills

Organizational Skills

Safe Chemical Handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2+ years of college coursework in Chemistry, Biology, or other Science discipline

Tools

Laboratory Instruments

Production Equipment

Job description

Work Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Shift:
Department: LS-SC-PMLPBA Dekalb - Small Molecules
Hiring Manager: James Meritt Gowen

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

Your Role

As the Manufacturing Technician 3 with MilliporeSigma, your role is to support our Small Molecules product lines. You will work with other production scientists and operators, and SMEs to ensure successful manufacturing of an established line of products and troubleshoot and investigate process issues that arise. You will write and modify procedures consistent with quality guidelines and identify potential process improvements while interacting cross-functionally with Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Packaging, Materials Management, Engineering and Maintenance.This position is based in St. Louis at 3500 Dekalb Street.

Responsibilities:

• Safely perform operations to meet quality expectations
• Perform multi-disciplined and established processes
• Contribute to support functions of the lab (e.g., maintain equipment, prepare reagents, restock lab supplies, waste disposal)
• Clean-up equipment and working areas during and after operations
• Communicate the status of operations and bring deviations to the attention of supervisor
• Ensure all applicable logbooks have been filled out completely as required by current procedures
• Participate as needed in quality audits
• Perform routine troubleshooting of equipment
• In compliance with change control procedures, improve processes through application of scientific knowledge, experience, and principles
• Participate in process improvements under the guidance of a supervisor or Scientist
• Take the necessary action to resolve any unsafe conditions
• Set-up and operate processing equipment ensuring operations are consistent with current operating procedures
• Report equipment failures and work with repair personnel to correct problems
• Perform routine analytical tests to ensure processes are in control
• Transport chemicals and equipment to and from processes including use of pumps/piping, fork trucks, pallet jacks, or dollies
• Coordinate appropriate disposal of waste and complete compliance documentation

Physical Attributes:

• Wearing of personal protective equipment such as respirator or chemical protective clothing for extended periods
• Lifting and pushing up to 50 pounds

Day Shift- Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience in life science manufacturing or laboratory work

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of college coursework in Chemistry, Biology, or other Science discipline
• Knowledge in chemistry or biochemistry, math, and general science
• Familiar with laboratory instruments and production equipment
• Safe chemical handling methods experience
• Good communication skills, verbal and written
• Mechanical skills
• Troubleshooting skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills

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.