Sr. Technician, Shared Services Operations (Onsite)
Merck
Responsibilities:
- Assemble sterile equipment by reading and following drawings.
- Operate/maintain cleaning & sterilization equipment (parts washers, dry heat ovens, autoclaves).
- Receive, inspect, and store sterile supplies; manage inventory and organization.
- Prepare sterile products per protocols and batch records; perform closed formulation and open aseptic activities inside a Grade A isolator (isolator/Grade A aseptic experience required).
- Perform manual visual inspection of filled units (vials/syringes); identify defects and non-conformities; manage high unit volumes.
- Maintain GMP documentation/records; ensure environmental conditions and ingredient/equipment tracking.
- Follow GMP/SOPs, identify/escalate deviations, redline SOPs for continuous improvement; support investigations and CAPAs.
- Work in Grade C cleanroom conditions; participate in training and process improvement.
Qualifications (Minimum):
- High School Diploma/GED + 5 years pharmaceutical manufacturing/processing
OR Associate degree (Science/Engineering) + 3 years
OR Bachelorβs in Engineering Technology (or related).
Required Skills:
- GMP pharmaceutical experience; written/verbal communication.
- Computer proficiency: Microsoft Office, Equipment HMI, MODA, PAS-X (preferred), SAP, calibration/maintenance databases.
- Good eyesight; lift 50 lbs; gown for cleanroom (including respirators); overtime flexibility.
Preferred Skills:
- GDP knowledge; regulatory/GMP document experience; experience with isolators/containment/aseptic filling; MES/ERP; troubleshooting and process improvement.
Benefits (as stated): Medical/dental/vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, compassionate & sick days.
Location: Rahway, NJ; 100% on-site. Shifts: 1st (day) and 2nd (evening).