Manufacturing Team Lead- 3rd Shift

Merck KGaA•Saint Louis, MO

42d•$24 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us. The Manufacturing Team Lead at the Broadway site job duties include but are not limited to: Shift details: Monday-Thursday 10:30pm-8am (4x10). Training will be on 1st shift for the first 6-8 weeks. Slight accommodations are negotiable. Complete all documentation and batch records in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and quality guidelines. Operate and support production processes, including hydration of complex formulations and use of equipment such as HTST, UV-Vis, and Microfluidizer. Set up, operate, and troubleshoot filling and packaging equipment in compliance with current operating procedures. Communicate status updates on processes, products, and equipment; assist in weekly metric meetings and daily coordination. Support Supervisors and Scientists with daily tasks; serve as a backup in their absence and help train operators on procedures. Monitor and order supplies as needed, acting as a backup to the coordinator to ensure uninterrupted production flow.

Requirements

Associates Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or other Life Science or Engineering discipline.
2 + years of work experience in a Life Science manufacturing or laboratory environment.
High School Diploma or GED.
4 + years of work experience in a Life Science manufacturing or laboratory environment.

Nice To Haves

1+ years working in an ERP system such as SAP.
Knowledge of Six Sigma and lean manufacturing principals.
Solid knowledge of chemistry, math, and general science.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Effective troubleshooting skills.
Strong mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

Complete all documentation and batch records in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and quality guidelines.
Operate and support production processes, including hydration of complex formulations and use of equipment such as HTST, UV-Vis, and Microfluidizer.
Set up, operate, and troubleshoot filling and packaging equipment in compliance with current operating procedures.
Communicate status updates on processes, products, and equipment; assist in weekly metric meetings and daily coordination.
Support Supervisors and Scientists with daily tasks; serve as a backup in their absence and help train operators on procedures.
Monitor and order supplies as needed, acting as a backup to the coordinator to ensure uninterrupted production flow.