Specialist, Manufacturing Automation

Job Description Our Digital Manufacturing Operations Team, supporting our West Point site, is seeking a Manufacturing Automation Specialist. This role will provide system support for connected instruments such as pH/conductivity meters and spectrophotometers, including qualification and integration testing for manufacturing instrument connections to MES. Use your expertise to help enable our manufacturing division in the reliable and compliant supply of quality vaccine products to customers and patients around the globe, while maintaining system compliance with SDLC, GMP, safety, and environmental regulations. The role actively supports and promotes a diverse and inclusive culture through significant interaction with manufacturing, quality, and engineering groups. General Responsibilities Work independently and as a team member with Integrity, Precision, Accomplishment, Motivational Ambition, Respect, and Inclusion. Comply with global policies, procedures, and guidelines; regulatory requirements; and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in the performance of day-to-day activities and all applicable job functions. Design, implement, test, and close out change controls for corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives. Build relationships with functional counterparts and business stakeholders to proactively identify and resolve technical issues. Lead or participate in investigations of incidents and problems to prevent recurrence, including the development and implementation of corrective actions. Stay current with the latest automation technologies and trends and make recommendations for adoption. Skill Requirements Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interface effectively with colleagues at all levels in a team environment. Preferred Skills Experience in GMP manufacturing within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. Familiarity with computer system validation and regulatory GxP requirements. Aseptic processing and/or sterile manufacturing experience. Technical and operational expertise in DeltaV DCS, Allen-Bradley PLC, SCADA, HMI, ASi/Field/Profibus, or related technologies. Experience with networking, virtual machines, database management, and general IT administration. Experience with data analytics tools such as Power BI. Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or a related field, plus 2 years of experience in process automation, instrument validation, or a related area. Associate’s degree in Engineering, Science, Information Technology, or a related field, plus 3 years of experience in process automation, instrument validation, or a related area. High school diploma, plus 6 years of experience in process automation, instrument validation, or a related area. Required Skills (Industry Standard Skills) Audit Management Automation Automation Systems Automation Technology Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Biotechnology Manufacturing Business Process Improvements Change Control Processes Change Controls Computer System Validation (CSV) Corrective Action Management Data Management Environmental Controls Equipment Troubleshooting Global Coordination Manufacturing Automation Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Policy Compliance Problem Management Quality Management Real-Time Programming Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) System Validation Team Communication Working Independently Salary The salary range for this role is $87,300.00 - $137,400.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. Compensation and Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Medical Dental Vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family) Retirement benefits, including 401(k) Paid holidays Vacation Compassionate and sick days The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. More information about benefits is available at Application Deadline The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. Location-Based Policies San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Los 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 Ordinance. Recruitment and Search Firm Policy 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 and Work Conditions Employee Status: Regular Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: No Travel Required Work Arrangement and Shift Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: 1st - Day Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): n/a Job Posting End Date Job Posting End Date: 09/8/2026 Company Overview Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare. 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. Equality and Inclusion As 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 Rights EEOC GINA Supplement #J-18808-Ljbffr MSD Malaysia