Associate Specialist, Manufacturing Automation

Merck & Co. • West Point, PA

449d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Specialist, Manufacturing Automation is responsible for supporting process automation and IT systems that facilitate vaccine manufacturing operations. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop automated processes, ensure compliance with regulations, and maintain automation systems. The Specialist will also engage in troubleshooting, process monitoring, and documentation to optimize manufacturing processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Associate's degree in Engineering, Science, Information Technology, or related field with 2 years of experience in process automation.
• High School diploma with 5 years of experience in process automation.
• Highly developed communication and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in PLCs (Allen Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix, Siemens S7), SCADA, DCSs (Emerson DeltaV), Werum Pas-X MES.
• Experience with Batch Reporting software, OSI PI, ASI/Field/Profibus.
• Networking, Virtual Machines, Database management, and general IT administration.
• Experience in biologics, vaccine, or bulk sterile manufacturing facilities.
• Experience with Computer System Validation and new facility start-up.
• Regulatory inspection presentation experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise for design reviews, process hazard assessments, and quality risk assessments.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop automated processes and complete successful qualification of equipment/process.
• Support technology transfer of vaccine manufacturing processes to new facilities.
• Author and update technical documents for automated process design and qualification.
• Maintain automation systems in compliance with cGMPs.
• Evaluate automated systems and develop strategies for optimization and quality assurance.
• Troubleshoot issues, identify trends, and monitor processes.
• Develop and execute automation change control processes.
• Communicate with business, technical, and quality representatives.
• Support process improvement projects and complex manufacturing investigations.
• Provide technical support for complex problems in manufacturing.
• Develop and manage standard operating procedures and work instructions.

Benefits

• Hybrid work model with three days on-site per week.
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees