Associate Production Scientist - 2nd Shift

Merck•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

The Associate Production Scientist at MilliporeSigma manufactures or evaluates products according to established protocols, provides technical support, promotes safety and quality, and performs operations in support of the group and department. The role requires 6–12 months of training to learn the job sufficiently to work independently. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with a 7% shift differential. The position involves safely handling chemicals and potentially highly potent or hazardous materials using appropriate personal protective equipment. The scientist performs routine tasks and unit operations, completes required work to meet departmental goals and deadlines, maintains accurate records and documentation, communicates operational status and deviations, and coordinates with departments such as Quality Control, Manufacturing, and Shipping. The role also supports equipment and lab supplies, waste disposal, process troubleshooting, audits, process improvements, personnel training, analytical evaluations, and safety response activities. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or another Life Science discipline. The position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. MilliporeSigma does not offer work authorization sponsorship for this role; external applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or another Life Science discipline.
Must be eligible to work in the United States; work authorization sponsorship is not offered.
Safely handle highly potent or hazardous materials and chemicals using proper personal protective equipment.
Occasional lifting and pushing of up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of chemistry, mathematics, and general science.
Independent laboratory research experience.
Strong background in chemistry, experimental design, and/or laboratory or manufacturing safety.
Familiarity with laboratory instruments and production equipment.
Knowledge of process techniques and unit operations.
Familiarity with analytical techniques and equipment.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to use computer programs, including Microsoft Office, inventory control software such as SAP, and quality management software.
Basic-to-intermediate mechanical skills, including use of basic hand tools.
Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Laboratory, chemical manufacturing, and/or analytical skills.
Knowledge of ISO Quality standards.

Responsibilities

Safely perform operations to meet quality expectations and use safe chemical-handling techniques.
Ensure safety and quality throughout processes and be adequately trained for assigned tasks.
Perform routine tasks, processes, and unit operations, completing the required workload to meet group and departmental goals and deadlines.
Support departmental functions, including maintaining equipment, preparing reagents, restocking lab supplies, disposing of waste, designing and building chemical packaging apparatus, maintaining work instructions, and troubleshooting process or equipment issues.
Communicate operational status and bring deviations to a supervisor’s attention.
Maintain complete and accurate records in accordance with Good Documentation Practices and complete required documentation under current procedures.
Coordinate with other departments as needed, including Quality Control, Manufacturing, and Shipping.
Participate in quality and safety audits as needed.
Accurately perform procedures independently and comply with change-control procedures.
Identify and improve processes by applying scientific knowledge, experience, and guiding principles; participate in process improvements with appropriate guidance.
Take action to resolve unsafe conditions.
Train personnel and act as a technical consultant as needed.
Perform and interpret analytical evaluations of products and intermediates.
Supply, interpret, and improve information based on experience and knowledge.
Perform public speaking as needed, including at monthly safety meetings.
Participate in the Medical Emergency Response Team and/or Emergency Spill Response Team.