Chemical Operator 1- 3rd Shift

Merck•Jaffrey, NH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and safety-focused individual to join our team in a hands-on manufacturing environment. This role is centered on operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting production equipment while supporting efficient manufacturing operations in a fast-paced industrial setting. Responsibilities include setting up and adjusting automated and mechanical equipment, safely moving raw materials throughout the production process, and ensuring equipment is operating at peak performance. This position involves setting up mechanical equipment, handling web and chemical materials. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a manufacturing or production environment and be comfortable operating automated equipment, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Additional responsibilities include performing in-process quality checks, monitoring production performance, identifying opportunities for process improvements, and maintaining compliance with all safety, quality, and operational procedures. This position also requires maintaining an organized work area and collaborating with the production team to maximize equipment uptime, product quality, and overall manufacturing efficiency.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
2+ years of manufacturing operator experience
Knowledge of EH&S, ISO, cGMP, and other manufacturing regulatory requirements
Experience handling chemicals

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding and application of basic math skills
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word
Computer hardware/software experience
Adaptability and willingness to learn multiple operations and tasks
Excellent verbal and written communicate skills
Work well independently while also being a positive contributor to a strong, cohesive team

Responsibilities

Operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting production equipment
Supporting efficient manufacturing operations
Setting up and adjusting automated and mechanical equipment
Safely moving raw materials throughout the production process
Ensuring equipment is operating at peak performance
Setting up mechanical equipment
Handling web and chemical materials
Performing in-process quality checks
Monitoring production performance
Identifying opportunities for process improvements
Maintaining compliance with all safety, quality, and operational procedures
Maintaining an organized work area
Collaborating with the production team to maximize equipment uptime, product quality, and overall manufacturing efficiency