Technician II, active ingredient

Merck & Co.; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. in Athens, GA is seeking a manufacturing professional responsible for vaccine component preparation in a sterile environment. You will follow SOPs, maintain documentation, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities include root cause analysis, deviation/change control support, and a strong focus on environment, health, and safety (EHS) initiatives to ensure compliant production operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in aseptic technique and clean room environments.
• Ability to follow SOPs and document processes accurately.
• Biology knowledge preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform activities associated with vaccine component preparation in an aseptic clean room following USDA regulations.
• Complete/review in-process documentation for accuracy and compliance; maintain technical data and support documentation.
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Demonstrate commitment to EHS programs and initiatives.
• Assess individual performance for continuous improvement (AAI).
• Support site projects including deviation and change control management.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Clean room

Aseptic technique

Lean manufacturing

Math skills

Troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Biology knowledge (preferred)

Job description

Duties

Rabies vaccine required

• Shift 6:45a-5:15pm
• OT as needed
• Weekend work and holiday work as required

Responsible for performing the activities associated with the preparation of vaccine components in an aseptic clean room environment utilizing virus and cell culture techniques according to USDA regulations

• Ensure compliance to the Standard Operating Procedures during execution of processes. Assist with training and coaching of current and new employees on required skills
• Complete/Review in process documentation for accuracy and compliance in a timely manner; maintenance of technical data and support documentation
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions to address problems; escalation of production flow disturbances
• Demonstrate a visible and tangible commitment to EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) programs and initiatives
• Assessment of individual performance in regards to the continuous improvement (AAI)
• Participate and provide support to site projects and initiatives (including deviation and change control management)

Skills

• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail. Clean room and aseptic technique knowledge. Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Basic math skills, equipment/automation trouble shooting skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office and other database software systems. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Demonstrated ability to problem solve.

Education

Biology preferred but not required