Packaging Specialist - 2nd Shift

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Packaging Specialist responsible for downstream operations in St. Louis. This critical role involves equipment maintenance, compliance with FDA and GMP standards, and training of operators to ensure smooth operations. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience in chemical packaging or laboratory settings.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience with chemical weighing, laboratory, filling, or packaging experience.
• 1+ years experience with automated fill lines or semi-automated filling equipment.
• Mechanical skills with ability to use pumps, electronic balances, and material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, monitoring, and routine minor maintenance of automated and semi-automated equipment.
• Execute filling, capping, labeling, and over-packing for a variety of product types.
• Document production activities and maintain relevant tracking systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Work Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Shift: Yes
Department: LS-SC-PMLPPF Team F
Recruiter:Kathy Lewison

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

Your Role:

The Packaging Specialist will be responsible for downstream operations at the Dekalb, Ewing, and Cherokee St. Louis facilities. Responsibilities will include troubleshooting, monitoring, androutine minor maintenance of automated and semi-automated equipment. Utilizing expertiseto train and assist less experienced operators ensuring operations are consistent with currentoperating procedures.

• Consistently follow and actively promote proper safety protocols and PPE to other staff; maintain the safety and cleanliness of packaging areas and all related equipment during each shift.
• Complete appropriate packaging documentation per FDA, ISO, and GMP procedures and deliver products to inventory; Comply with the requirements of ISO 13485 and ISO 9001.
• Execute filling, capping, labeling, and over-packing for a variety of product types (liquids, powders, lyophilized) in accordance with approved specifications and safety/quality protocols.
• Operate both manual and semi-automated packaging equipment; set up, clean, and maintain equipment to ensure operational efficiency and audit readiness.
• Lead/coordinate filling of complex custom fills.
• Accurately document production activities, processing details, and equipment usage; enter data into SAP and maintain relevant tracking systems and cost sheets.
• Utilize a wide variety of written procedures, including packaging instructions, process orders, chemical safety documentation, batch records and operating procedures.
• Correct safety and process issue gaps as identified through standard inspections and audits in a timely and effective manner.

Physical Attributes:

• Stand for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)

• Lift and move up to 50 pounds with the assistance of equipment or teammates as necessary

• Utilize proper personal protective equipment which could include, but is not limited to: respiratory protection (dust masks, half/full face respirators, supplied air, etc),MilliporeSigma issued work uniforms, and full body protection (disposable coveralls, hazmat suits, etc)

This is a 2nd shift position: Monday-Thursday 1:30pm-12:00am

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

• 1+ years experience withchemical weighing, laboratory, filling, or packaging experience

• 1+ years experience with automated fill lines or semi-automated filling equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years chemical packaging, manufacturing, or scientific/laboratory experience.

• 2+ yearsexperience in ISO/GMP regulated environment

• Proficiencyin basic math-including metrics and conversions

• Knowledge of safety rules, GMP, SOP’s, UOP’s.

• Mechanical skills with ability to use pumps, electronic balances, and material handling equipment

• Experience troubleshootingautomated packaging equipment

• Strong written and communication skills

• Effective problem-solving skills.

• Experience training employees and working in a team setting

• Ability to read and understand written protocols

• Basic computer literacy (SAP, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Email, etc.)

• Ability to operate hand tools, calculators and weighing / measuring devices

• Possess a high degree of motivation and are a self-starter

• Ability to multi-task while paying close attention to detail

RSREMD

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.