Manufacturing Operator 2

Merck•Miamisburg, OH

About The Position

The Manufacturing Operator 2 produces or purifies stable isotope products according to established protocols, provides technical support to others, and performs operations that support the group and department in maintaining equipment, facilities, and utility systems. The role requires adherence to safety protocols, required personal protective equipment, ISO 9001, cGMP, and site safety guidelines. The operator performs synthetic processes, unit operations, material charging, and purification techniques involving stable isotope compounds; operates and maintains production equipment; monitors processes with analytical and control equipment; and completes quality records accurately. The position also includes laboratory support and waste handling, communication of process or safety issues, and participation in meetings, audits, improvement initiatives, cross-coverage, and on-call duties as needed. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States; sponsorship for work authorization is not offered.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 months of experience working in a chemical environment.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Must be eligible to work in the United States; the role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience working in a chemical environment.
Associate degree in Chemistry.
Basic math skills, including metrics and conversions.
Strong mechanical aptitude, mechanical skills, and eye-hand coordination.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Produce or purify stable isotope products according to established protocols.
Provide technical support to others and perform operations supporting the group and department in maintaining equipment, facilities, and utility systems.
Follow safety protocols, wear required personal protective equipment, and comply with ISO 9001, cGMP, and site safety guidelines.
Perform synthetic processes, unit operations, material charging, and purification techniques, including distillation, filtration, extraction, and recrystallization, involving stable isotope compounds.
Set up, operate, clean, maintain, and troubleshoot production equipment, tools, facilities, and work areas before, during, and after operations.
Complete MPRs, SOPs, logbooks, and other records accurately in accordance with quality guidelines.
Monitor reactions and operations using analytical equipment, laboratory instruments, and distributed control systems.
Handle waste disposal, reagent preparation, restocking, inventory counts, and general laboratory support duties.
Promptly report process deviations, safety hazards, and quality issues to supervisors, and communicate clearly across teams and shifts.
Participate in safety and quality meetings, committees, audits, process improvement initiatives, and cross-coverage or on-call duties as needed.