Senior Specialist, Global MPS & Process Excellence

Merck; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck in the United States (West Point, PA) is seeking a Sr. Specialist in Global Engineering Solutions. The role focuses on designing and delivering capital projects using MPS principles, Lean methods, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure high quality, shorter lead times, and cost efficiency.

Expect 25% travel and a hybrid work arrangement. The candidate will mentor teams, lead workshops, and help shape front-end loading design phases through Start-up Readiness, while engaging with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in manufacturing, engineering, or consulting.
• Hands-on Lean tools and techniques experience.
• Experience with MPS and process improvement.
• Ability to influence and lead across levels.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and improve process and facility designs on projects.
• Lead FEL 0-3 design and Start-up Readiness activities.
• Coach teams in Lean methods and MPS applications.
• Mitigate risks and drive on-time project completion.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with stakeholders.

Skills

Active Listening

Lean Methodology

Project Management

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

MS Access

Minitab

Power BI

Job description

Merck in the United States (West Point, PA) is seeking a Sr. Specialist in Global Engineering Solutions. The role focuses on designing and delivering capital projects using MPS principles, Lean methods, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure high quality, shorter lead times, and cost efficiency.

Expect 25% travel and a hybrid work arrangement. The candidate will mentor teams, lead workshops, and help shape front-end loading design phases through Start-up Readiness, while engaging with