Vaccine Operations Lead - Manufacturing & People Growth

MSD; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 96,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Long-term incentive

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Durham, NC seeks an Operations Manager to lead a manufacturing team in a GMP environment, directing day-to-day operations for vaccine and therapeutic production.

You will coach staff, ensure quality and safety, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes. The role requires shift flexibility (day, evening, night) and the ability to manage resources to meet customer demand, while achieving budget targets.

Qualifications

• Minimum six (6) years of experience in a manufacturing, technical, support, or Military role or at least four (4) years of experience in a manufacturing, technical, support, or Military role with a Bachelor’s degree in Life Science or Engineering.
• Ability to work rotating shift schedules including 2-3-3, 4 day x 10.5 hr, or 5 day x 8.5 hr shifts; including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Develop, motivate, and manage a team to ensure reliable manufacturing process execution.
• Coach team members and manage payroll activities using site-approved software like ADP.
• Lead and support daily Tier meetings; cascade information between shifts.
• Foster strong safety culture and drive GMP compliance during audits and tours.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and lead smaller improvement projects.

Skills

People Leadership

cGMP Compliance

Aseptic Manufacturing

Data Analysis

Process Improvements

Production Scheduling

Sterile Filling

Adaptability

Interpersonal Relationships

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree in Life Science or Engineering

Tools

PAS-X

SAP

Delta-V

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Durham, NC seeks an Operations Manager to lead a manufacturing team in a GMP environment, directing day-to-day operations for vaccine and therapeutic production.

You will coach staff, ensure quality and safety, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes. The role requires shift flexibility (day, evening, night) and the ability to manage resources to meet customer demand, while achieving budget targets.