Night-Shift Operations Technician – Biopharma Manufacturing

Merck; Worthington (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck Animal Health seeks a Technician at its Worthington, Minnesota facility dedicated to biologics production using fermentation and cell culture. The role focuses on preparing intermediate components and downstream processing within a cleanroom environment, following SOPs and cGMP guidelines.

The position is a third shift (Sunday–Thursday, 11:00/11:30PM–7:30/8:00AM) with overtime and weekend work after training.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Biology/Microbiology or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares media, operates fermentation vessels, and cleans/disinfects equipment and laboratories.
• Works in a cleanroom environment (aseptic).
• Follows written SOPs and production outlines.
• Complies with cGMP guidelines and ensures documentation accuracy.

Skills

Communication

Analytical problem solving

Education

High School diploma / GED

Associate's or Bachelor's in Biology/Microbiology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Merck Animal Health seeks a Technician at its Worthington, Minnesota facility dedicated to biologics production using fermentation and cell culture. The role focuses on preparing intermediate components and downstream processing within a cleanroom environment, following SOPs and cGMP guidelines.

The position is a third shift (Sunday–Thursday, 11:00/11:30PM–7:30/8:00AM) with overtime and weekend work after training.