Manufacturing Automation Specialist

Merck • Upper Gwynedd Township, PA

7d • $87,300 - $137,400 • Hybrid

About The Position

The R2 MES Digital Record Author independently manages digital record lifecycle activities and provides front-line support for MES execution. This role plays a key part in maintaining system integrity, supporting investigations, and improving operational performance.

Requirements

• Experience working with MES digital records
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent facilitation, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• High School Diploma and at least 2 years of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science or other technical degree
• Knowledge of integrated Manufacturing Execution Systems.
• Understanding of cGMP, and Process Automation System Life Cycle methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Independently author, update, and maintain MES digital records
• Ensure compliance with MES standards, data integrity, and documentation requirements
• Provide Level 1 troubleshooting support for MES-related issues
• Participate in deviation investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align records with manufacturing processes
• Support onboarding and knowledge sharing with less experienced authors

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
• retirement benefits, including 401(k)
• paid holidays
• vacation
• compassionate and sick days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED