Technician, Operations
MSD
Summary
The Bio Process Operations Technician will be a member of the Maintenance & Operations team within the Vaccines integrated process team for a start-up vaccine manufacturing facility in Wilson, NC. This person is accountable for providing shop floor operations support to aseptic manufacturing within the vaccine manufacturing facility.
Job description
Delivery
- Execute manufacturing operations and facility disinfection and cleaning
- Set up and perform aseptic vaccine manufacturing to include primary filling, inspection, packaging, CIP/SIP, and additional equipment within qualified parameters
- Identify potential equipment problems and partner with Vaccines Maintenance Technicians to ensure appropriate resolution
- Demonstrate ability to troubleshoot process, electronic systems, and equipment for routine and basic problems
- Perform other duties as requested by the Operations coach
Compliance
- Accountable for performing work in a safe manner, following identified safety procedures (hazardous work permitting, LOTO, HECPs), and using applicable safety equipment / PPE
- Execute operations functions in accordance with cGMPs and SOPs
- Complete documentation in electronic batch records, electronic logs, and other systems in accordance with site procedure
- Maintain good housekeeping and 5S in assigned work area
- Adhere to the highest level of data integrity while performing duties
- Identify potential quality or safety issues; escalate as per IPT management processes and assist in investigation, root cause determination, and CAPA implementation
Cost
- Ensure that startup activities for area of assignment are executed such that deliverables and timelines are met
- Closely monitor team / process performance and improve reliability through problem solving and continuous improvement
- Set up and operate equipment in alignment with established training and procedures to ensure reliable operation with minimal delays or discards
- Identify and help implement continuous improvement and productivity enhancements within the IPT Team
- Partner with Technicians and cross-functional groups for assigned area
Team
- Demonstrate a high degree of maturity and personal integrity; strictly adhere to all site policies on personal conduct and attendance
- Train, develop, and mentor other team members to share experience and best practices
- Pursue knowledge and skills in assigned area from an operations perspective and share that information readily with team
- Maintain a culture of continuous improvement / MPS focused on standard work, making problems visible, minimizing waste, reducing process variability, and problem solving
- Routinely demonstrates leadership and conflict-resolution ability; demonstrates a willingness to provide and receive constructive feedback in 360° performance review
Work Schedule
8 hours 3rd Shift 10PM - 06:30AM
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Three or more years of experience in a GMP manufacturing facility (aseptic GMP environment strongly preferred)
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as team member
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills with ability to influence and assist others through a culture of inclusion, feedback, and empowerment
- Ability to gown and work in an aseptic environment
- Demonstrated ability to work with computerized and automated systems
- Willing to work irregular hours to support multi-shift operation on an as needed basis
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Retirement Benefits
- 401(k)
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation
- Compassionate & Sick Days
- Annual Bonus
- Long-Term Incentive
Company overview
MSD, known as Merck Sharp & Dohme outside the United States and Canada, is a global research-intensive biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Rahway, New Jersey. Founded in 1891, the company has established itself as one of the world's leading pharmaceutical corporations with a rich history spanning over 130 years. MSD operates as the international division of Merck & Co., Inc., focusing on the discovery, development, manufacturing, and marketing of innovative medicines, vaccines, biologic therapies, and animal health products. The company's extensive portfolio includes groundbreaking treatments in oncology, infectious diseases, cardiology, diabetes, and vaccines, with notable products such as Keytruda (pembrolizumab) for cancer immunotherapy, Gardasil for HPV prevention, and Januvia for diabetes management. MSD maintains a strong commitment to research and development, investing significantly in scientific innovation to address unmet medical needs worldwide. With approximately 75,000 employees globally, the company operates through four main segments: pharmaceuticals, animal health, healthcare services, and strategic alliances. MSD's mission centers on using leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world, guided by the principle that medicine is for people, not profits.