Senior Quality Control Technician

Merck • Elkhorn, NE

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way.
Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence. Because when it comes to animal health, no one sees it like we do.
Our Manufacturing Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a “Safety First, Quality Always” mindset striving for continuous improvement. We work in the local plant connected to our global manufacturing network to ensure the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.

Requirements

• High school degree with 6 years of experience OR Associate degree in a technical scientific discipline with 4 years of experience OR Bachelor's degree in a technical scientific discipline with 2 years of experience
• Ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects
• Ability to work successfully in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to effectively follow procedural guidelines
• Strong computer skills with excellent communication and writing skills

Nice To Haves

• One to three years of experience in a biologic laboratory setting
• Ability to assist in the development of study protocols to support the replacement of current reagents, improvement of current methodologies, and other departmental activities as identified
• Ability to troubleshoot assay issues with a solid scientific foundation
• Ability to assume additional technical responsibilities and complete them successfully with very little initial guidance and minimum supervision

Responsibilities

• Potency test raw materials, experimental samples, in-process lot material, and final product animal vaccines by bacterial titrations, bacterial proof of inactivation or bacterial identification or other methodologies for USDA release and subsequent sale in accordance with regulatory and internal requirements.
• Assist testing investigations
• Assist the area Team Leader in laboratory test scheduling
• Participate in assay transfers.
• Prepare and participate in Internal, Corporate, USDA, and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) audits.
• Review internal documents against regulatory requirements for accuracy and compliance.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level