Job Description
Today, we are building a new kind of healthcare company – one that is ready to help create a healthier future for all of us. Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, diversity and teamwork of an individual like you. To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement and teamwork.
We are recruiting a Technician for our Blending/Filling team, within our manufacturing facility in Milton Keynes.
All work must be performed in accordance with current GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and local SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures). Attention to detail is critical for this role. Full training will be given on all tasks.
The main duties will include
* Inspecting finished filled product (vaccine) for defects
* Follow SOP and Batch paperwork instructions for completion of job tasks
* Operation of machinery such as autoclaves, parts washer and filling machine, vessels or isolator.
* Perform environmental monitoring of graded areas.
* Aseptic operations in Grade A and Grade B environments during filling or blending processes.
* Taking in deliveries and making up packaging
* To be flexible to business needs, train and work in other areas as required
* Support cleaning requirements in the Area
* To maintain safe working practices at all times
Qualifications
* GCSE/ A level (or equivalent), with an interest in a scientific field
* Understanding of product quality, for example demonstrated through Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
* Evidence of excellent attention to detail and ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
* Good level of written and spoken English
* An up to date eye test (within 12 months) is necessary for this role
Required Skills
Accountability, Calibration of Equipment, Communication, Computer Literacy, Equipment Maintenance, Facility Maintenance, Inventory Management, Lean Manufacturing, Maintenance Processes, Manufacturing Quality Control, Mechanical Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Process Optimization, Production Reports, Production Scheduling, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing, Technical Training, Technology Operations, Utilities Management
Preferred Skills
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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 Status
Regular
Relocation
VISA Sponsorship
Travel Requirements
Flexible Work Arrangements
Not Applicable
Shift
Valid Driving License
Hazardous Material(s)
Job Posting End Date
10/10/2025
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Requisition ID
R367879