Senior Associate Production Scientist - Rotating Shift

Merck•Saint Louis, MO

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Associate Production Scientist – Rotating Shift at the Cherokee site in St. Louis, MO will manufacture products according to established protocols, provide technical support to others, and perform operations in support of the group and department. This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or Life Science discipline
2 + years’ experience in a life science manufacturing environment
Lift up to 50 pounds
Use personal protective equipment such as a respirator or chemical protective clothing for extended periods of time

Nice To Haves

Familiar with laboratory instruments and production equipment
Experience with process techniques, unit operations and safe chemical handling methods
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)
Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills
Knowledge of cGMP and ICH Regulatory and Quality Standards
Knowledge of Operational Excellence

Responsibilities

Safely perform operations to meet quality expectations.
Maintain required training to perform tasks/assignments.
Perform routine processes and unit operations.
Clean equipment and working areas during and after operations.
Support functions of the facility (e.g., maintain equipment, prepare reagents, and restock supplies, water disposal).
Communicate the status of operations and convey concerns to the supervisor.
Provide complete and accurate records consistent with quality guidelines.
Ensure all applicable logbooks are completed as required by current procedures.
Interact with other departments as needed and perform procedures independently and part of a team.
Participate as needed in quality audits and customer interactions.
Improve processes through application of scientific knowledge, experience and principles, in compliance with change control.
Take action to resolve unsafe conditions.
Train team members and act as technical consultants.