Technician, Operations- 2nd shift

Merck & Co., Inc.; Worthington (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Worthington, MN is seeking a Technician to support vaccine-related manufacturing at the Animal Health facility. The role involves preparing media, operating fermentation vessels, and maintaining aseptic conditions on a second shift with weekend rotations after training.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and preferably an associate or bachelor’s in Biology or Microbiology. Strong communication and computer skills are required, with GMP knowledge a plus.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Duties include preparing media, operating fermentation vessels, and cleaning/disinfecting equipment in a cleanroom environment.
• Follow written SOPs and production outlines; ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation.
• Adhere to cGMP guidelines and participate in shift operations as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Excel

Physical Abilities Test

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Cleanroom procedures

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.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• 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.

This will be a second shift position, Monday - Friday 1:00PM-09:30PM with weekend rotations after training and some overtime.

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.

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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.

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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Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable
Shift:
2nd - Evening
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
n/a
Job Posting End Date:
10/26/2026*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.