Equipment Technician - Manufacturing at Merck Group

Job DescriptionWork Location: St. Louis, MissouriShift: Department: LS-SC-USCA Cherokee Production - Biological Buffers Shift BRecruiter: Erin WilsonThis information is for internals only. Please do not share outside of the organization.Your Role:At MilliporeSigma, the Manufacturing Technician 4 - Day Shift at our 3300 South Second/Cherokee site will be responsible for the large-scale manufacturing of biological buffers, also known as Good's buffers. These buffers are crucial for maintaining a stable pH in a wide of biotechnology applications, such as electrophoresis, chromatography, cell culture, vaccine manufacturing, and other applications. This role involves utilizing standard organic chemistry processes, under ISO 9001 standards, to ensure the efficient and effective production of high-quality products, within a Process Safety Managed (PSM) environment. Job duties include:Production shift consisting of 12-hour shifts (6 AM - 6:30 PM) with a two-week rotation: Week 1 (Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday) and Week 2 (Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday).Ability to operate powered industrial equipment, Reactor systems, Industrial centrifuges and dryers, Ion exchange columns, and DCS systems. SAP, Word, Excel, Access, experience a plus. Knowledge of product flow throughout the manufacturing process. Cover floor operations when supervisor is out or away from the office. Communicate the status of operations to shift supervision.Engages in problem solving and performance management within the business area the team leader is responsible forAssists Supervisor to maintain workflow in department.Provides training as needed for new personnel or as needed.Maintains high-quality work environment by sharing knowledge and experiences so team members are motivated to perform at their highest level.Keeps supervisor informed of potential and/or existing concerns.Leads by example in performing core manufacturing job elements by meeting or exceeding performance expectations, following health and safety guidelines, job accuracy, and following company and regulatory requirements.Participates in and supports the development and implementation of process improvement projects including test cycles to challenge current practices, improve system efficiency, enhance customer service, and maintain compliance.Troubleshoot problems within the department - including root cause analysis and development of solutions to avoid future occurrences.Demonstrates working knowledge of department operating systems.Maintains orders, work areas and stock locations in a safe, clean, and organized manner.Reports unsafe or potentially unsafe hazards to any member of management.Miscellaneous duties and tasks as assigned.Exemplary attendance and adherence to schedule.Physical Attributes:Lift and carry up to 55 pounds while wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including respirators, for extended time.Move 300 + pound drums of material, assists available as needed.Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.Regularly wearing appropriate protective gear (hard hats, glasses/goggles, chemical resistant suits, gloves, safety shoes, respirator) and other PPE.Work area may be occasionally wet, humid or abnormally hot cold.Sit, stand, hear, and use hands to operate all office equipment.View computer monitors for long periods of time.Regularly sitting, standing walking, reaching above the shoulder, stooping, kneeling, twisting, or crouching for long periods of time.Who You AreMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or other scientific discipline Or Associate degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or other scientific discipline1+ years large scale chemical manufacturing experiencePreferred Qualifications:Effective oral and written communicationExcels working in a group settingStrong attention to detailDemonstrated ability to work efficiently and adapt to shifting priorities within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.Proven problem-solving and team-building skills, with a capacity to collaborate effectively with diverse individualsRSREMDPay Range for this position: $24.00 - $41.00.The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here.The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.