Merck & Co Hiring for Downstream Technician- F/S/S AM-:PM job in Elkhorn Full Time

$2,500 Sign On Bonus available for New External Hires

Downstream Processing Technician (F/S/S 5AM-5:30PM)

Job Description

The Operations Technician position is available at our Animal Health facility in Elkhorn, Nebraska, located on the West end of Omaha.- The Elkhorn facility is expanding operations to manufacture animal vaccines and biologics. Looking for talented individuals to join our Production teams using key technologies for cell culture, filling and packaging.

The Technician will work within a cross-functional Downstream Integrated Process Team (IPT). The initial primary focus will be to participate within a team operating a fast-paced packaging line to assure the proper labeling and packaging of products in careful compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices and established Standard Operating Procedures. The Associate Technician will be expected to don sterile gowning and work as directed within Clean Rooms.

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This position will perform the following duties and other tasks as needed:

• Stage packaging components, i.e., cartons, boxes, etc.
• Set up and operate automated and semi-automated machinery
• Perform minor maintenance and adjustment of packaging equipment
• Inspect label application for proper coding and a correct placement on the vial
• Pack labeled vials into cartons and cases
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation in SPP’s and all other applicable departmental records
• Reconcile counts of packaging components and maintain accurate production inventories via SAP
• Perform cleaning and sanitizing functions for work areas as necessary
• Operate aseptic filling lines
• Operate capping machines
• Unload freeze dryers
• Prepare materials and equipment for sterilization
• Operate autoclave equipment
• Provide other assistance as directed within the IPT

Education Minimum Requirement:-

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience and Skills:-

• Ability to operate manufacturing equipment.-
• Working knowledge of mechanics and ability to troubleshoot line equipment.
• General knowledge of reading, mathematics, using both U.S. customary and metric systems
• Good communication skills and proficient computer skills.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Two years relevant manufacturing experience and basic knowledge of electromechanical systems, manufacturing procedures, techniques and equipment
• Strong attention to detail and good documentation skills.
• Ability to communicate and work in cooperation with other employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of cGMP and inventory control concepts.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques and procedures.

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In accordance with Managers’ Policy – Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.

If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.

Employees working in roles that the Company determines require routine collaboration with external stakeholders, such as customer-facing commercial, or research-based roles, will be expected to comply not only with Company policy but also with policies established by such external stakeholders (for example, a requirement to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to access a facility or meet with stakeholders). -Please understand that, as permitted by applicable law, if you have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 and an essential function of your job is to call on external stakeholders who require vaccination to enter their premises or engage in face-to-face meetings, then your employment may pose an undue burden to business operations, in which case you may not be offered employment, or your employment could be terminated. Please also note that, where permitted by applicable law, the Company reserves the right to require COVID-19 vaccinations for positions, such as in Global Employee Health, where the Company determines in its discretion that the nature of the role presents an increased risk of disease transmission.

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Employee Status:
Regular

Relocation:
No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:
No

Travel Requirements:
10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:
On-Site

Shift:
1st – Day

Valid Driving License:
No

Hazardous Material(s):
n/a

Requisition ID:R248562