Technician, Manufacturing Shared Services (On-site)

Merck; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays & vacation

Sick days

Job summary

Merck in Rahway, NJ is seeking technicians for Operations in the FLEx Center to support sterile formulation and GMP clinical supply. Roles involve hands-on processing, equipment handling, and strict GMP documentation in a Grade C environment.

Responsibilities include forming sterile products, performing inspections, maintaining logs, and collaborating with formulators, QA, and facilities. 100% on-site with competitive benefits and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years GMP Pharmaceutical experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in a cleanroom.
• Strong GMP documentation and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assemble sterile equipment per drawings for clinical development.
• Operate sterilization equipment and manage supplies.
• Prepare sterile formulations inside a Grade A isolator.
• Perform visual inspections and maintain records.
• Collaborate with formulators, engineers, and QA.
• Support compliance and training.

Skills

Aseptic Technique

Computer Literacy

Data Entry

Equipment Maintenance

Good Manufacturing Practices

Regulatory Compliance

Safety Practices

SOP Adherence

Quality Documentation

Team Communication

Problem Solving

Visual Inspection

GMP Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

HMI Systems

SAP

Calibration/Maintenance DB

Job description

Technician, Operations

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 sterile dosage forms. Positions will support development and clinical manufacturing and supply, as part of the FLEx‑Sterile team, specifically in Manufacturing Shared Services which supports sterile supply, aseptic formulation and visual inspection.

Job Description

This position will be responsible for hands‑on processing activities that include equipment assembly and disassembly, sterile processing, inventory management, open aseptic formulation in an isolator and closed formulation activities in a Grade C environment, and manual visual inspection of filled units (i.e. vials or syringes). 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

• Assembly: Able to read, understand, and follow drawings to assemble sterile equipment to utilize in clinical development and manufacturing processes.
• Sterilization Processes: Operate and maintain cleaning and sterilization equipment, including parts washers, dry heat ovens, and autoclaves.
• Supply Management: Receive, inspect, and store sterile supplies and equipment, ensuring proper inventory levels and organization within the sterile supply area.
• Sterile Formulation: Prepare and formulate sterile products according to established protocols and batch records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GMP standards. Able to perform closed formulation activities as well as open aseptic activities inside a Grade A isolator. Experience with operating isolator machines and/or Grade A aseptic experience is required.
• Visual Inspection: Perform visual inspections of products and components to identify defects, inconsistencies, and non-conformities. Individual should be detailed and organized, and able to manage a large quantity of units.
• Attention to Detail: Maintain meticulous records of formulation processes, including ingredient quantities, equipment used, and environmental conditions.
• GMP Compliance: Follow all GMP guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure the quality and safety of clinical production lots. Identifies and addresses compliance, environmental, safety, and process deviations as appropriate while notifying management.
• Batch Adaptability: Quickly adapt to changes in batch procedures and production schedules, demonstrating flexibility, problem‑solving skills.
• Cleanroom Environment: Able to gown and work in Grade C conditions, maintaining good aseptic cleanroom behaviors.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of sterilization processes, inventory levels, and equipment logs in an electronic system. Knowledge of PAS‑X is preferable.
• Collaboration: Able to communicate clearly with team and work closely with other teams to ensure on time delivery of supplies.
• Training and Compliance: Assist in training new staff on sterile supply procedures and protocols, ensuring adherence to GMP standards.
• Leadership: Able to identify and elevate issues, perform basic troubleshooting, and capturing learnings to improve systems and processes. Also 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

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant GMP Pharmaceutical 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 able to pass eye exam for detailed inspection activities.
• Must be able to pass respiratory assessment for respirator use.
• 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 part of a team.
• Flexibility working overtime is a requirement in manufacturing.

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, 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.

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

Aseptic Technique, Computer Literacy, Data Entry, Equipment Maintenance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Legal Compliance, Manufacturing Operations, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Procedure Adherence, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Practices, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Standards Compliance, Sterilizing Equipment

Preferred Skills

Sterile Manufacturing

US And Puerto Rico Residents Only

Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities.

San Francisco Residents Only

We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Los Angeles Residents Only

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Shift

1st - Day

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

n/a

Job Posting End Date

09/18/2026

• A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID

R415907