Pilot Plant Operator

Merck & Co.; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a dedicated BI/Manufacturing support role in Ridgefield, CT. The incumbent will assist the BI Technician and collaborate with plant technicians and campaign managers to resolve process and equipment challenges while ensuring compliance with GMP and safety standards.

The position requires completion of required training, active participation in meetings, and accurate batch-record entries. A high school diploma or associate degree is acceptable for consideration.

Qualifications

• Experience with GMP procedures and bulk manufacturing; strong troubleshooting of equipment/process.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Lead of a BI Technician in pilot plant campaigns.
• Work with plant technicians, campaign managers to address process and equipment related challenges.
• Assist the BI Lead technician in communication of the batch status with the chemist, Ch.D. analytical, MAS
• Take all required training and complete before due date.
• Be involved in-group activities such as the 9 Am and 2:00 PM meetings.
• Become Proficient in Equipment operation, Batch record entries, calculations.
• Attend PSOR Meetings, speak up and give input at these meetings.
• Follow all procedures, including the wearing of and use of defined PPE.
• Report all incidents, such as spills, exposures, cuts / abrasions etc. to management.
• Conduct all operations and activities with Safety as the # 1 goal.

Skills

GMP experience

Education

Diploma/Associate

Job description

Duties

• Follow the Lead of a BI Technician in pilot plant campaigns.
• Work with plant technicians, campaign managers to address process and equipment related challenges.
• Assist the BI Lead technician in communication of the batch status with the chemist, Ch.D. analytical, MAS
• Take all required training and complete before due date.
• Be involved in-group activities such as the 9 Am and 2:00 PM meetings.
• Become Proficient in Equipment operation, Batch record entries, calculations.
• Attend PSOR Meetings, speak up and give input at these meetings.
• Follow all procedures, including the wearing of and use of defined PPE.
• Report all incidents, such as spills, exposures, cuts / abrasions etc. to management.
• Conduct all operations and activities with Safety as the # 1 goal.

Skills

• Experience working with established GMP procedures and bulk manufacturing. Technical knowledge of manufacturing systems, methods and procedures. Possess effective troubleshooting skills with equipment and/or process.

Education

High School Graduate or Associate Degree.