Operations Technician-5

About the Role

Merck is seeking talented individuals to join their Production teams at the Millsboro, DE Animal Health facility. These roles focus on using key technologies for cell culture, filling, and packaging within manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with a variety of manufacturing equipment while completing processes throughout the manufacturing cycle.
• Assist with equipment setup and operation.
• Perform manual and/or automated operations, general maintenance, and support functions.
• Execute facility decontamination according to approved procedures.
• Assist with performing aseptic procedures including media preparation, antigen inoculation and harvest, tissue culture preparation and harvest, and filling vaccines.
• Assist with performing non-aseptic procedures including handling of live poultry in the process of harvesting tissue and waste.
• Fill, label, cap, package, and inspect product.
• Maintain concurrent record keeping including charts, log books, and all pertinent documentation.
• Identify and address compliance, environmental, safety, and process deviations as appropriate, while notifying appropriate personnel.
• May be accountable for the accumulation, labeling, and management of hazardous wastes, as appropriate to their area, provided proper training is received prior to assignment.
• Demonstrate, at all times, safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment, comprehending and complying with all safety and company policies and procedures.
• Assist in weekly reports as assigned.
• Attend training classes, workshops, and meetings as required to improve job skills and product-related procedures.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School diploma/GED
• Ability to operate manufacturing equipment with training.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills are required.
• General knowledge of reading, mathematics, and computer skills are required.
• Ability to communicate and work in cooperation with other employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test.

Qualifications

• 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

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.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $48,600 - $76,600
• Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
• Comprehensive package of benefits including 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.