Warehouse/Packaging Technician

Merck; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 49,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision healthcare

retirement benefits (401(k))

paid holidays

vacation

sick days

Job summary

Merck is seeking an Associate Packaging Technician for its Animal Health facility in De Soto, Kansas. The role focuses on packaging operations, documentation, and continuous improvement in a biologics manufacturing environment.

The position requires attention to detail, good communication, and ability to work independently or with a team. Weekend shifts (Fri–Mon, 8:00am–6:30pm) are included, with overtime as needed and potential for bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience or Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
• Proficient with MS Word and MS Excel; ability to follow SOPs and GMP requirements.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work with team members to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily production activities including packaging, labeling, and inventory reconciliation.
• Document processes using Good Documentation Practices and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with equipment setup, maintenance, and training of new team members.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Biological Manufacturing

Cleanroom Gowning

Computer Literacy

Documentation Preparation

Equipment Set Up

GMP Operations

Regulatory Compliance

Production Scheduling

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

SAP

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.

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.

Summary, Focus and Purpose

The Associate Packaging Technician position is available at our Animal Health facility in De Soto, Kansas, located near Kansas City metropolitan area. The DeSoto facility is expanding operations to manufacturing vaccines and biologics for large and companion animals and leveraging an experienced and innovative team environment, the key technologies at the site are biologics production using fermentation and cell culture platforms, filling and packaging.

Working within the packaging operations teams you will be expected to be able to work independently and as part of the team to contribute to the daily completion and schedule adherence of production activities. The packaging operation is made up of teams that carry out the day to day production activities of sealed bottle label application, bottle packaging, palletization, process document completion, cycle counting, and inventory reconciliation.

The position requires someone who can demonstrate good attention to detail and achieve a consistent error-free execution of daily job responsibilities, be able to complete documentation using Good Documentation Practices and be able to identify opportunities for process improvement and employ basic problem‑solving skills.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum 2 years of relevant work experience OR
• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study.

Required

• Principled verbal and written communications and to effectively communicate information to colleagues at various levels.
• Follow/comply with Manufacturing/Packaging Directions, Standard Operating Procedures, Company/Corporate/Regulatory Policies.
• Ability to demonstrate basic skills in effective time management to meet given deadlines.
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively with team members and support others on the team.
• Proficient with basic computer skills including MS Word and MS Excel.
• Ability to work overtime as needed due to business demands.
• Assist in training new team members.
• Operation of a company forklift and pallet jack.
• Assist with equipment set‑up and operation.

Preferred

• Experience working in a manufacturing/packaging environment.
• Good understanding of aseptic processes used in manufacturing/packaging.
• Experience in SAP or other ERP system.

Working Conditions

• This position is Weekend Shift Friday – Monday, work hours are 8:00am - 6:30pm.
• Flexibility working overtime, including holidays and weekdays, when business needs demand.
• Travel is not a part of this position.
• Climate controlled and areas that are not climate-controlled.

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.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision healthcare
• other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
• retirement benefits, including 401(k)
• paid holidays
• vacation
• compassionate and sick days

Required Skills

• Analytical Problem Solving
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Biological Manufacturing
• Cleanroom Gowning
• Computer Literacy
• Customer Communications
• Documentation Preparation
• Document Management
• Equipment Installations
• Equipment Management
• Equipment Set Up
• Gift Wrapping
• GMP Operations
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Laboratory Processes
• Machinery Operation
• Manufacturing
• Manufacturing Quality Control
• Operations Engineering
• Packaging Operations
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• Production Scheduling
• Regulatory Compliance
• Shift Work
• Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing {+ 8 more

Requirements

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