Sterile Filling Operations Technician

Merck; New Jersey; On-site; USD 56,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck in Rahway, NJ is seeking candidates for hands-on R&D Operations roles in FLEx Center to support drug product development and GMP clinical supply across OSD, Sterile, and related teams. Roles involve room setup, equipment prep, cleaning, and processing raw materials into final products, with strong emphasis on GMP documentation and team collaboration.

The positions require 1+ years GMP experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, and familiarity with SAP and HMI systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher required for GMP roles.
• 1+ years GMP pharmaceutical experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, operates, and cleans equipment and facilities used in clinical development and manufacturing processes.
• Maintains inventories and transports processing equipment and materials.
• Executes GMP documentation using paper and electronic systems.
• Shope detailed knowledge of equipment; troubleshoots to support development.
• Participates in safety, quality and process-improvement initiatives.
• Supports investigations and corrective/preventative actions.

Skills

Cleaning Equipment

Cleanroom Gowning

Efficiency Improvements

Equipment Operations

Equipment Set Up

Facility Management

GMP Operations

Good Manufacturing Practices

Process Development

Product Development

2+ Years GMP Manufacturing

Regulatory Knowledge (GDP)

Education

High School Diploma/GED or higher

Tools

SAP

Equipment HMI

Calibration/Maintenance Database Systems

Job description

Merck in Rahway, NJ is seeking candidates for hands-on R&D Operations roles in FLEx Center to support drug product development and GMP clinical supply across OSD, Sterile, and related teams. Roles involve room setup, equipment prep, cleaning, and processing raw materials into final products, with strong emphasis on GMP documentation and team collaboration.

The positions require 1+ years GMP experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, and familiarity with SAP and HMI systems.