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Associate Specialist, Operations

$71.9k - $113.2k

MSD Malaysia

  • # Associate Specialist, OperationsApplyremote type: Not Applicablelocations: USA - Kansas - De Sototime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: June 15, 2026 (10 days left to apply)job requisition id: R400966**Job Description**For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way.Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence. Because when it comes to animal health, **no one sees it like we do.**We are recruiting for an Associate Specialist position within the Downstream Processing Department of our Production Operations Team. The Associate Specialist, in conjunction with the execution routine production activities, will primarily support the team by acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) representing their department in support of continuous improvement, problem solving, deviations and change management.**Responsibilities:**Employee Development & Leadership* Models Company leadership principles and inclusive behaviors* Provides coaching and supports skills development and process capabilities within their team* Supports effective feedback and coaching within the team during the Performance Management cycle* Providing appropriate task-based trainingSafety Compliance* Demonstrates a strong compliance mind-set (EHS and Quality) and continuously sets a high standard for themselves and others* Follows safe operating instructions for all tasks and equipment* Ensures that the right tools and equipment specified for the task are available and utilized* Ensures that the correct personal protective equipment required is available and utilized* Follow up any reported defects or workplace hazards immediately* Report all accidents, incidents and near misses within 24 hours and to participate in investigation and identification of effective corrective and preventative actionsQuality Compliance* On-time completion of Quality compliance tasks in relation to Deviation, CAPA and Change Control management.* Quality Assurance including cGMP, RFT and good documentation practices and provides coaching to others.* Change Manager and Stakeholder for change management activities within Production.* Supports the update, review and approval of GMP documentation including, but not limited to: SOP’s | MD’s | Qualification Protocols | New product/product transfer documentationProductivity and Financial* Supports the Daily, Weekly and Monthly schedule adherence of production activities within their department* Build and maintain strong collaborations with different stakeholders throughout the Site Operations such as BTS, Engineering, Quality and R&D* Supports the Manufacturing Operations Teams in creating a culture of continuous improvement and leads by example* Represents Manufacturing Operations in the execution of the project portfolio and improvement initiatives* Supports initiatives for stabilizing and improving production processes* Assures effective application of Lean Six Sigma, Project Management and Change Management Tools* Supports Manufacturing Operations key productivity metrics by investigating and solving operations issues with appropriate techniques and skills* Contributing to a data driven decision making process and visualizing problems, progress and results* Recognizes and investigates opportunities for financial savings**Position Qualifications:*** Required | High School Diploma plus minimum three years working in a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing role* Preferred | BS Degree in a relevant scientific discipline plus minimum one year working in a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing role#MSJR**Required Skills:**Adverse Event Reporting System, Adverse Event Reporting System, Autoclaving, Buffer Preparation, Cell Culture Process Development, Change Management, Change Request Management, Collaborative Development, Collective Agreements, Collective Bargaining, Customer Service Operations, Detail-Oriented, Driving Continuous Improvement, Fermentation Process Development, Fermentation Tanks, Filtering Equipment, GMP Compliance, Investigation Procedures, Liquid Chromatography (LC), Media Preparation, Operations Change Management, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Process Control, Production Operations, Production Scheduling {+ 2 more}**Preferred Skills:**Current Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HERE**US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:**Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.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 RightsEEOC GINA SupplementWe 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.Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State ActsThe salary range for this role is$71,900.00 - $113,200.00This 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.The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at can apply for this role through (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.**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**Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully** 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:**No relocation**VISA Sponsorship:**No**Travel Requirements:**10%**Flexible Work Arrangements:**Not Applicable**Shift:**1st - Day**Valid Driving License:**No**Hazardous Material(s):**n/a**Job Posting End Date:**06/15/2026**\*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.**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.
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