Technician, Filling Operations (Onsite)

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

Job Description

Pharmaceutical Operations and Clinical Supply is seeking highly motivated individuals for R&D Operations roles in our Rahway, NJ, Formulation, Laboratory, and Experimentation (FLEx) Center to support drug product development and GMP clinical supply of oral solid dosage, sterile, and specialty dosage forms. Positions will support development and clinical manufacturing and supply, as part of the FLEx-Sterile, FLEx-OSD, or RY119 team

This position will be responsible for hands-on processing activities that include room setup, equipment and material preparation, equipment assembly and disassembly, cleaning, and processing of raw materials into finished drug product. These individuals are expected to partner with and support formulation development colleagues in further understanding and knowledge capture of processes, which could include providing feedback on product and process development.

These roles require adherence to GMP procedures, strong attention to detail in completing GMP documentation, proficiency in electronic systems, and participation in continuous improvement projects. Positions may also support commissioning, qualification, and demonstration of new equipment and technologies. Successful candidates will collaborate closely with team members and partner groups including formulators, engineers, Quality, Safety, and Facilities management to drive overall success and performance of the area and clinical pipeline.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepares, operates, and cleans equipment and facilities used in clinical development and manufacturing processes.
• Maintains, inventories, and transports required processing equipment, materials, supplies, and products.
• Executes all documentation and clerical functions necessary to maintain good manufacturing practice (GMP) operations, using paper-based and electronic systems.
• Maintains detailed knowledge of process equipment and operations. Troubleshoots equipment/systems to resolve issues and aid in technology and process development, capturing learnings to improve systems and processes.
• Attends and actively participates in safety, quality, and process improvement initiatives to enhance flexibility, efficiency, and compliance.
• Supports investigations and implementation of corrective/preventative actions.

Positions are based in Rahway, NJ and 100% on-site.

Education Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma/GED or higher

Required Experience and Skills:

• 1+ years of relevant GMP Pharmaceutical experience, or equivalent (e.g. chemical, nuclear, military experience).
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer systems and applications including but not limited to: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook), Equipment HMI use, SAP, Calibration/Maintenance Database Systems.
• Must be willing and able to lift 50 lbs, bend, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb ladders, and don & wear cleanroom protective gowning including respirators.
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate both independently and as a part of a team.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• At least 2 years GMP manufacturing/processing experience. Familiarity with regulatory requirements and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Experience with some of the following: highly complex and state of the art equipment, oral solid dosage, tablet compression, encapsulation, spray drying, film coating, dry powder inhalers, drug product device assembly lines, isolators, containment technology, aseptic filling using automated machinery, sterile manufacturing, visual inspection of product in glass vials, SAP or other ERP systems.
• Associates Degree in science or related field.
• BioWork Certificate (working in an FDA or similar regulated industry).
• Experience with automated systems (MES, SAP or similar).
• Demonstrated troubleshooting / problem-solving skills.

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The salary range for this role is:

$55,900 - $88,100

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

Required Skills:

Cleaning Equipment, Cleanroom Gowning, Efficiency Improvements, Equipment Operations, Equipment Set Up, Facility Management, GMP Operations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Process Development (PD), Product Development

Preferred Skills:

Clinical Manufa