Packaging Operator 1 - 2nd Shift

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany•Sheboygan Falls, WI

2d•$20 - $31

About The Position

The Packaging Operator weighs and transfers hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals into specified containers, compares filled quantities with consumed bulk quantities, and performs packaging operations in accordance with quality and safety requirements. The role includes completing required paperwork, documenting cleaning procedures, and populating electronic process orders while following Good Documentation Practice (GDP). The operator sets up, operates, and troubleshoots automated dispensing equipment; assembles, disassembles, and cleans tools and utensils; verifies ventilation and safety equipment; checks process orders and balance calibration; and confirms container, batch, and material information before use. The position also supports a proactive safety culture, maintains equipment and facilities according to 6S standards, operates powered pallet and drum movers, disposes of waste according to regulations, and participates in testing process and equipment changes. This is a second-shift position, Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The role requires appropriate personal protective equipment and the ability to perform physical tasks including lifting and moving up to 50 pounds unassisted. The position does not offer work authorization sponsorship; external applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to wear appropriate protective gear, including hard hats, glasses or goggles, chemical-resistant suits, gloves, safety shoes, and other PPE.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach above the shoulder, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Eligible to work in the United States; work authorization sponsorship is not offered.

Nice To Haves

Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Strong math skills, including use of the metric system.
Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
Experience operating a forklift.

Responsibilities

Precisely weigh and transfer hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals into specified containers and compare filled quantities against consumed bulk quantities to ensure quality standards are met.
Complete required paperwork, document cleaning procedures, and populate electronic process orders following Good Documentation Practice (GDP).
Set up, operate, and troubleshoot automated dispensing equipment, including assembling, disassembling, and cleaning tools and utensils according to safety protocols.
Verify room ventilation and safety equipment functionality, obtain and scan process orders, and confirm electronic balance calibration before starting operations.
Verify bulk container, batch, and material numbers against process order specifications before use.
Promote a proactive safety culture, identify hazards, and maintain equipment, tools, and facilities according to 6S standards.
Safely operate powered pallet and drum movers and dispose of waste according to company and government regulations.
Participate in testing and implementing process and equipment changes to enhance efficiency and maintain an incident-free work environment.