Operations Technician

Merck & Co., Inc; United States; On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for our Animal Health facility in Worthington, MN. You will support biologics production, media preparation, and downstream processing in a clean, aseptic environment, following cGMP and written SOPs to ensure product quality and compliance.

The role is second shift, Mon-Fri 1:00 PM–9:30 PM, with opportunities to train across day/afternoon and overnight processes, and a path toward growth within the plant’s manufacturing network.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required; Associates or Bachelor's in Biology/Microbiology or related field preferred.
• Strong communication and ability to work well with others.
• Willingness to complete a Physical Abilities Test.

Responsibilities

• Prepare media solutions and working seed stocks for fermentation processes.
• Operate fermentation vessels and perform cleaning/disinfection of equipment and labs.
• Follow written SOPs and cGMP guidelines; document accuracy and completeness.
• Work in a cleanroom environment and maintain aseptic conditions.
• Support downstream processing of intermediate components.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Physical Abilities Test

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associates or Bachelor's in Biology/Microbiology

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 Technician position is available at our Animal Health facility in Worthington, Minnesota. The Worthington facility is expanding operations to manufacture vaccines 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 and filling and freeze‑drying.

This position will help with the preparation of intermediate components (media solutions, working seed stocks and bacterial antigens), and the downstream processing of the intermediate components.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Position prepares media, will work with fermentation vessels called Bellco's, and perform necessary cleaning/disinfecting of equipment and laboratories.
• Position will train during the day/afternoon then move to being trained on the overnight process.
• Position works in a clean, aseptic environment (cleanroom environment).
• Written SOPs and Outlines of Production must be followed.
• Position must comprehend and comply with cGMP guidelines and complete and review documentation for accuracy and completeness.

Shift

This will be a second shift position, Monday - Friday 1:00PM - 9:30PM.

Education

• High School diploma/GED required; Associates degree or Bachelor's degree in Biology/Microbiology or related field preferred.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Good communication skills and ability to work well with others.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
• Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Working knowledge of cGMP.
• Working knowledge of aseptic technique.
• Working knowledge of fermentation and fermentation vessels.
• 2+ years manufacturing work experience preferred.

Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

n/a

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:

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We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.

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We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Job Posting End Date

07/21/2026