Associate Specialist, Operations (Onsite) Job at Merck, Rahway, NJ

  • Merck
  • Rahway, NJ

Job Description

Merck seeks an Associate Specialist for operations at its Small Scale Organics pilot plant in Rahway, New Jersey. The role involves hands-on support for GMP-compliant batch production, equipment operation, and process development activities while maintaining safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

  • Execute batch processing and pilot-scale manufacturing activities including reactions, extractions, crystallizations, and dry powder operations
  • Ensure facility readiness through cleaning, documentation, housekeeping, and consumable inventory management
  • Perform equipment setup, raw material sampling, and troubleshooting under scientific direction of facility lead
  • Support continuous improvement through incident investigation, corrective action closure, and process optimization
  • Mentor new and rotational employees and author lessons learned reports to capture technical knowledge

Requirements

  • Associate degree in Process Technology or related technical field, or high school diploma plus four years pharmaceutical/chemical manufacturing experience
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and technical writing proficiency
  • Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, graphing, and presentation software
  • Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills for cross-functional teamwork
  • Ability to work rotating 8-hour shifts between first and second shift, five days onsite weekly
  • Preferred: pilot plant or manufacturing operations experience
  • Preferred: familiarity with cGMP, GDP, and pharmaceutical safety regulations

Job Tags

Rotating shift, Afternoon shift

Similar Jobs

Timeless Excursions

Remote Cruise Line Specialist (Travel Agent Role) Job at Timeless Excursions

 ...and eager to turn your love for travel into a rewarding career? Do you thrive in a remote work environment and dream of exploring...  ...Cruise Line Specialist (Travel Agent Role) Location: Work from...  ...vacations from the comfort of your own home. Whether it's a relaxing... 

Aurora

Test Triage Analyst I Job at Aurora

 ...broadly. The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone. At Aurora, you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals,... 

Coughlin Ford of Heath

Service Technician Job at Coughlin Ford of Heath

Coughlin Ford of Heath is looking for an experienced Service Technician to join our growing team! We are seeking someone with a strong background in automotive repair with prior Ford dealership experiencewho can confidently diagnose issues and complete repairs efficiently... 

Midwest Ent & Allergy

Appointment Scheduler Float Position Job at Midwest Ent & Allergy

 ...Job Description Midwest ENT & ALLERGY physician practice searching for Appointment Scheduler Float Position to join our team! This position offers a wide variety of duties including answering phones, scheduling patient appointments, screening calls and routing to appropriate... 

Bechtel

Project Timekeeper Job at Bechtel

 ...long-term (camp) assignment to Pecos, Texas. This position is contingent upon project award. Job Summary: Reporting to the Timekeeping Supervisor and working as part of a team, the Project Timekeeper will perform timekeeping and craft payroll activities for the Project...