Associate Production Scientist - 3rd Shift

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany•Milwaukee, WI

7d•$26 - $41

About The Position

The Associate Production Scientist at MilliporeSigma manufactures or evaluates products according to established protocols, provides technical support, leads safety and quality, and performs operations in support of the group and department. The role is on the third shift, Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., with a 10% shift differential. Six to twelve months of training may be required to learn the role well enough to work independently. The scientist performs routine tasks, processes, and unit operations; handles chemicals safely; meets quality expectations; completes accurate records and required documentation in accordance with current procedures and Good Documentation Practices; and communicates operational status and deviations to a supervisor. The role also supports departmental functions such as equipment maintenance, reagent preparation, supply restocking, waste disposal, packaging apparatus design and construction, work-instruction maintenance, and process or equipment troubleshooting. The scientist works with departments including QC, Manufacturing, and Shipping, participates in quality and safety audits and process improvements, and may train personnel, provide technical consultation, conduct public speaking at safety meetings, and participate in medical emergency or emergency spill response teams. The work involves highly potent or hazardous materials and chemicals, appropriate PPE, and occasional lifting or pushing of up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or another Life Science discipline.
Ability to safely work with highly potent or hazardous materials and chemicals using proper PPE.
Ability to occasionally lift and push 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 MS 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 and chemical-handling techniques while meeting quality expectations.
Complete training and perform routine tasks, processes, and unit operations accurately and independently.
Complete the required volume of work to achieve group and departmental goals and meet deadlines.
Support departmental functions, including maintaining equipment, preparing reagents, restocking lab supplies, disposing of waste, designing and building chemical packaging apparatus, creating and 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 quality guidelines and complete required documentation under current procedures.
Liaise with other departments as needed, including QC, Manufacturing, and Shipping.
Participate in quality and safety audits as needed.
Comply with change-control procedures.
Identify and improve processes using scientific knowledge, experience, and guiding principles; participate in process improvements independently or with 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.