Vaccine Manufacturing Operations Technician

Merck•De Soto, KS

1d•Onsite

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. We are seeking a Growth and Improvement-minded Downstream Processing Technician that can help drive our Strategic Operating Priorities. Invent | Pursue the Most Promising Internal and External Science to Address Significant Unmet Medical Needs. Execute | Prioritize Resources Behind Our Key Growth Drivers (Oncology, Vaccines, Select Specialty Areas, Animal Health) While Optimizing Our Base Business). Adapt | Develop Our People, Culture and Business Model to Evolve with a Dynamic Landscape. Talent | We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment with supporting leadership behaviors because having a high-performing, engaged workforce is critical to our ability to deliver innovative solutions to patients and customers around the world. Values and Standards | Our Steadfast Commitment to Our Values and Standards will Continue to Guide Us as We Take on New Challenges and Will Always be Fundamental to Our Success – They are a Competitive Advantage for Us. A 1st Shift Downstream Processing Technician position is available within our Antigen Manufacturing Team, at our Company's Animal Health (AH) facility in Desoto Kansas, located near the Kansas City metropolitan area. The Animal Health facility is part of the global Animal Health Manufacturing Division network and is a key contributor to the manufacturing of animal health products. We are expanding operations in the manufacturing of vaccines and biologics for large companion animals and leveraging an experienced and innovative team-oriented work environment using fermentation and cell culture platforms. Team members work with a "Safety First, Quality Always" mindset while striving for continuous improvement to ensure products of the highest quality, working within one of the manufacturing operation teams requires the ability to work independently while also part of a team to contribute to the daily completion and schedule adherence of production activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
6+ months’ experience working in manufacturing environment
Good concurrent and complete documentation using Good Manufacturing Practices
Good work ethic and attendance behavior
Proficient computer skills
Principled verbal and written communications
Demonstrate basic skills in effective time management to meet given deadlines
Work effectively and efficiently both individually and with team members

Nice To Haves

associate’s degree within a science discipline or equivalent
Demonstrated experience working within a GMP manufacturing environment
Good comprehension of aseptic procedures
Experience with single use gamma radiated materials

Responsibilities

Work Independently and as a Team member with Integrity | Precision | Accomplishment | Motivational Ambition | Respect | Inclusion
Follow and comply with Manufacturing Directions and Standard Operating Procedures, along with applicable Corporate, Company, and Regulatory Policies
Responsible for large scale antigen production and processing in accordance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
Primary daily tasks require downstream processing steps for concentration using hollow fiber filters, Aseptic manipulations, Filter cleaning, including sterilization and handling of formaldehyde.
Attention to detail to achieve a consistent error-free execution of daily job tasks