Technician, Operations- 2nd shift

Merck; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick days

Job summary

Merck is seeking a Technician at our Animal Health facility in Worthington, Minnesota. The role involves preparing media and operating fermentation vessels, in a cleanroom environment, while following SOPs and cGMP guidelines.

The site focuses on biologics production and vaccine manufacturing for large and companion animals. Education requirements include a High School diploma/GED with a preference for Associate or Bachelor’s in Biology/Microbiology.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Biology/Microbiology or related field preferred.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well with others.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
• Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test.

Responsibilities

• Prepare media and operate fermentation vessels.
• Perform cleaning/disinfecting of equipment and laboratories.
• Work in a clean, aseptic environment (cleanroom).
• Follow written SOPs and Production Outlines.
• Comply with cGMP guidelines and complete/double-check documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Physical Abilities Test

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associates or Bachelor’s in Biology/Microbiology or related field

Job description

Job Description

Job Description In Primary Posting Language (Include Requirements For Education, Experience And Skills)

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.

Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence. Because when it comes to animal health, no one sees it like we do.

Our Manufacturing Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a \"Safety First, Quality Always\" mindset striving for continuous improvement. We work in the local plant connected to our global manufacturing network to ensure the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products.

The Technician position is available at our Animal Health facility in Worthington, Minnesota. The Worthington facility is expanding operations to manufacture vaccines for large and companion animals. Leveraging an experienced and innovative team environment, the key technologies at the site are biologics production using fermentation and cell culture platforms and filling and freeze-drying.

This position will help with the preparation of intermediate components (media solutions, working seed stocks and bacterial antigens), and the downstream processing of the intermediate components.

• Position prepares media, operates fermentation vessels, and performs necessary cleaning/disinfecting of equipment and laboratories.


• Position works in a clean, aseptic environment (cleanroom environment).


• Written SOPs and Outlines of Production must be followed.


• Position must comprehend and comply with cGMP guidelines and complete and review documentation for accuracy and completeness.

Education:

• High School diploma/GED required; Associates degree or Bachelor's degree in Biology/Microbiology or related field preferred.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Good communication skills and ability to work well with others.


• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.


• Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Working knowledge of cGMP.


• Working knowledge of aseptic technique.


• Working knowledge of fermentation and fermentation vessels.


• 2+ years manufacturing work experience preferred.

The salary range for this role is: $44,700 - $70,500

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.

• medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)


• retirement benefits, including 401(k)


• paid holidays


• vacation


• compassionate and sick days

Required Skills:

• Analytical Problem Solving, Biological Manufacturing, Cleanroom Gowning, Computer Literacy, GMP Operations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Laboratory Processes, Machinery Operation, Manufacturing Quality Control, Packaging Operations, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Production Scheduling, Shift Work, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing, Vaccine Production

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