Senior Operations Technician

Job DescriptionFor 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 Animal Health team offers veterinarians, farmers, pet owners and governments one of the widest range of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines and health management solutions and services. The Millsboro, DE Animal Health facility is located in Sussex County, DE, within the Salisbury, MD-DE Metropolitan Area. Millsboro is situated at the first point on the Indian River and is conveniently located 20 minutes from the beautiful Delaware beaches and 40 minutes from Ocean City, MD. Millsboro is rich in culture and is home to the Nanticoke Indian Tribe. Free concerts in the park, the outdoor farmer’s markets, dining at the many restaurants, antique and vintage shopping and boating are just some of the many ways people enjoy life in this quaint river town.We are looking for talented individuals to join our Production teams using key technologies for cell culture, filling and packaging. Join us and experience our culture first-hand - one of strong ethics and integrity, diversified experiences, and a passion for improving animal health. Our company, consistently cited as a great place to work, discovers, develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of vaccines and medicines to address unmet medical needs.Essential Functions Of Senior TechnicianStarting on day one, we will provide you the necessary training the Senior Technician will need to follow Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to all safety and company policies while performing advanced laboratory services in various manufacturing areas. Throughout your career, we will offer you continued development through training classes, workshops, meetings, etc., to improve job skills and product-related procedures.Work with a variety of manufacturing equipment while completing processes throughout the manufacturing cyclePerforms manual and/or automated operations, general maintenance and support functionsAnticipates and solves complex production/operational problemsOrganizes own time and that of others and may supervise some work of othersRead, write and comprehend technical information and to effectively impart information to colleagues at various levelsPerform more advanced mathematical calculations and conversionsHousekeeping in all work areas | Executes facility decontamination according to approved proceduresPerforming aseptic procedures including media preparation, antigen inoculation and harvest, tissue culture preparation and harvest, filling vaccines, etc.Performing non-aseptic procedures including handling of live poultry in the process of harvesting tissue and waste.Filling, labeling, capping, packaging, and inspecting product.Concurrent record keeping including charts, log books, and all pertinent documentation.Identifies and addresses compliance, environmental, safety, and process deviations as appropriate while notifying appropriate personnelAccountable for accumulation, labeling and management of hazardous wastes, as appropriate to their area, providing they are properly trained prior to assignment.Planning and implementing daily and weekly laboratory assignments as well as special projects and other tasksAttend training classes, workshops, meetings, etc., as required to improve job skills and product-related procedures.Demonstrates, at all times, safe work habits and maintains a safe work environment. Comprehends and complies with all safety and company policies and procedures.Train, mentor and assist in supervision of other team members within the manufacturing group.Assist in weekly reports as assigned.Serves on safety, quality and other committees, if applicable.Assist with the direction of others by:Having accountability as a team leaderActing as a facilitator to resolve conflicts within a team.Ensuring written procedures are being followedEnsuring safety of team membersEnsuring facility and equipment are properly maintainedParticipating in special projects as assignedRequired EducationHigh School diploma/GED with minimum of 2 years of laboratory or production experienceOR Associates degree in Science or Engineering with a minimum of 1 year laboratory or production experienceOR Bachelor’s degree in Science or EngineeringRequired ExperienceMust have the ability to read, write and comprehend technical information and to effectively impart information to colleagues at various levelsAbility to operate manufacturing equipment with trainingStrong attention to detail and documentation skills are requiredKnowledge of reading, mathematics and computer skills are required.Ability to communicate and work in cooperation with other employees in a manufacturing environment.Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test.Experience in Aseptic clean room behaviors preferredWorking ConditionsThis position may have varying hours based on the needs of the businessMay require a rotating shiftFlexibility working overtime is a requirement in manufacturingTravel is not a part of this position#MSJRRequired SkillsAseptic Operations, Biological Sciences, Bioprocess Engineering, Cell Cultures, Cleanroom Operations, Collaborative Communications, Data Entry, Detail-Oriented, Facilitation, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazardous Waste Management, Hazardous Wastes, Laboratory Processes, Liquid Chromatography (LC), Mammalian Cell Culture, Media Preparation, Physical Abilities, Primary Cell Culture, Process Control, Process Improvements, Production Scheduling, Sterile Products, Supervision, Tissue Cultures, Vaccine ProductionPreferred SkillsCurrent Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HEREUS And Puerto Rico Residents OnlyOur company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.RequirementsAs an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:EEOC Know Your RightsEEOC GINA Supplement We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State ActsSan Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceLos Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring OrdinanceSearch Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.Employee StatusRegularRelocation:No relocationVISA SponsorshipNoTravel RequirementsNo Travel RequiredFlexible Work ArrangementsNot ApplicableShift1st - DayValid Driving LicenseNoHazardous Material(s)n/aJob Posting End Date06/5/2026A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Requisition ID:R399703