Technician Operations

Merck; Millsboro (DE); On-site; USD 49,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Long-term incentive

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) retirement

Job summary

Merck in Millsboro, DE seeks a Technician, Operations to perform laboratory services in vaccine production under GMP/SOP guidelines. The role involves aseptic processing, equipment setup, and strict safety practices within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include cleaning, sterilizing, routine record keeping, and assisting with training. The position may require overtime and a rotating shift to support manufacturing needs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Preferred laboratory experience.
• Able to lift 50-100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sterilize glassware and equipment.
• Assist with equipment setup and operation.
• Perform aseptic procedures including media preparation, antigen inoculation and harvest, tissue culture preparation and harvest, filling vaccines.
• Maintain concurrent records in charts, log books, and required documentation.
• Review/modify SOPs, Production Outlines and related documents.
• Enter technical data into required systems.
• Train new team members.
• Monitor supplies and requisition laboratory items.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Data entry

Equipment maintenance

GMP documentation

Manufacturing operations

Quality control

Media preparation

Process improvements

Regulatory compliance

Safety practices

SOP writing

Sterilizing equipment

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description

For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way.

Objective Of Position

At all times technicians must follow GMP and SOP and adhere to all safety and company policies while performing laboratory services in various manufacturing areas and assist others in more advanced processes

Job Summary

• Technician, Operations is skilled in own unit area and full proficient in skills in one unit area
• Responsible for critical laboratory procedures and duties in the production of veterinary products
• Works with moderate degree of supervision when required to deviate from standard operating procedure
• Work with a variety of technical equipment while completing cell culture processes throughout the manufacturing cycle

Essential functions of Technician

This lists details tasks, duties and responsibilities.

Duties

• Cleaning work area including floors, walls, tables, etc.
• Prepare, clean and sterilize glassware and equipment for use
• Assist with equipment setup and operation
• Assist with performing aseptic procedures including media preparation, antigen inoculation and harvest, tissue culture preparation and harvest, filling vaccines, etc.
• Concurrent record keeping including charts, log books, and all pertinent documentation.
• Demonstrates, at all times, safe work habits and maintains a safe work environment. Understands and complies with all safety and company policies and procedures.
• Filling, labeling, capping, packaging and visual inspection of product
• Assist in training new team members
• Report all unusual, non-routine occurrences when performing tasks.
• May be responsible for accumulation, labeling and management of hazardous wastes, as appropriate to their area, providing they are properly trained prior to assignment.
• Assist with performing non-aseptic procedures including handling of poultry in the process of harvesting tissue or waste
• Assist in reviewing and developing S.O.P's, Production Outlines, Special Outlines
• Assist in reviewing production records and entering technical data into required system
• Attend training classes, workshops, meetings, etc., as required to improve job skills and product-related procedures.
• Assist in monitoring and requisitioning laboratory supplies.

Competency requirements

• Able to apply knowledge and skills to complete assigned work within own area
• Recognizes problems and uses existing procedures to assess solutions
• Works on tasks to meet time frames set by others
• Must have the ability to read, write and understand information and to effectively communicate information to colleagues at various levels
• Must be able to work flexible work schedule to meet the demands of the manufacturing process. This includes overtime, holidays and weekends. Days and hours are subject to change based on the needs of the business.
• Aseptic clean room behaviors experience preferred
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and conversions

Education and experience

• High School diploma/GED
• Preferred laboratory experience

Working conditions

• This position may have varying hours based on the needs of the business
• May require a rotating shift
• Flexibility working overtime is a requirement in manufacturing
• Travel is not a part of this position
• Must be able to lift 50-100lbs vessels

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this role is: $48,600 - $76,600

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

Analytical Problem Solving, Computer Literacy, Data Entry, Equipment Maintenance, GMP Documentation, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Manufacturing Documentation, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Quality Control, Media Preparation, Process Improvements, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Practices, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing, Sterilizing Equipment

Requirements

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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

11/5/2026

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Requisition ID:

R423767