Pharma Manufacturing Ops Technician – Day Shift

MSD Malaysia; De Soto, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Operations Technician in De Soto, KS, to support antigen production across manufacturing stages from raw materials to final product. You will document procedures, follow GMP, and work to meet regulatory and quality requirements on the 1st shift.

The role requires a high school diploma; a BSc is preferred, with knowledge of SAP and MS Office. Weekend/holiday flexibility may be needed; salary ranges from $48,600 to $76,600 with bonus potential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; BSc in a relevant science preferred.
• GMP knowledge and Good Documentation Practices required.
• Ability to follow SOPs, document accurately, and use ERP systems like SAP.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operations and production schedules.
• Perform process work, sampling, and documentation tasks.
• Follow safety, EHS, and quality standards and report hazards.
• Maintain equipment readiness and proper tool use.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Computer Literacy

Data Entry

Equipment Maintenance

GMP Documentation

Good Manufacturing Practices

Manufacturing Documentation

Manufacturing Operations

Manufacturing Quality Control

Media Preparation

Process Improvements

Regulatory Compliance

Safety Practices

SOP Writing

Sterilizing Equipment

Education

High School Diploma

BSc Degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Operations Technician in De Soto, KS, to support antigen production across manufacturing stages from raw materials to final product. You will document procedures, follow GMP, and work to meet regulatory and quality requirements on the 1st shift.

The role requires a high school diploma; a BSc is preferred, with knowledge of SAP and MS Office. Weekend/holiday flexibility may be needed; salary ranges from $48,600 to $76,600 with bonus potential.