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Under the direction of a Operations/Maintenance Coach, provide maintenance support to Pharmaceutical process equipment. Takes appropriate action to correct operational maintenance problems. Responsible for carrying out the Manufacturing Division Divisional and site mission by assuring the quality of products and services are of the highest quality, optimal cost, and delivered on schedule. Responsible for continuing improvement in all aspects of the operation.\nIn addition to the day to day maintenance activities, the individual is accountable for providing shop floor operations support to aseptic manufacturing within the vaccine manufacturing facility. Tasks will include aseptic primary filling, inspection, packaging, CIP/SIP and room and equipment disinfection. Must be able to function in a team-based culture and operate in an empowered environment. Identifies and demonstrates a working knowledge of customers, suppliers and their requirements. Seeks ideas and information on how to improve customer service involving internal and external customers. Applies knowledge of the overall supply chain to efficiently complete work tasks. Applies knowledge of key business processes in their functional areas to perform daily work tasks. Adheres to the highest level of data integrity in all activities.\nDelivery\nChecks set-up, changes over, and adjusts production/process equipment according to current SOP’s and Competency Based Training Modules. Performs experimental set-ups and runs trials at the direction of the process/project/reliability engineer as required.\nDetermines proper settings and clearances, installs parts and adjusts for given machine requirements at the time of initial set-up and during operations as outlined in set-up specifications or as required.\nExecute corrective and preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment \nTest runs equipment to determine coordinated timing, alignment, machine height, and other relatively basic fixed adjustments.\nDisassembles and inspects parts and equipment to determine the cause of improper operations. Makes a repair through the use of replacement parts and reassembles equipment with new or repaired parts.\nCleans and lubricates machines periodically and performs other maintenance work required to assure the efficient operation of all equipment.\nPerforms minor and assists with major overhauls to process equipment by disassembling, repairing, and reassembling equipment to proper operation condition. This includes but not limited to disassembling manufacturing/Filling/Packaging machines & plant engineering process equipment.\nIdentifies the root cause of equipment malfunctions occurring while equipment is in operation and whenever possible repairs and adjusts the equipment in a manner which will result in the minimum production delay.\nAssist with the the calibrate of industrial control, measurement, and recording equipment. Prepares accurate GMP acceptable documentation recording measured information for files retention.\nUses technical information, reads and interprets drawings, diagrams, and schematics, and carries out maintenance troubleshooting and repairs.\nSet up and perform aseptic vaccine manufacturing to include primary filling, inspection, packaging, CIP/SIP, and additional equipment within qualified parameters\nIdentify potential equipment problems and partner with Vaccines Maintenance Technicians to ensure appropriate resolution. Demonstrate ability to troubleshoot process, electronic systems, and equipment for routine and basic problems.\nPerform other duties as requested by the Operations coach\nDemonstrates the ability to troubleshoot equipment.\nCompliance\nAccountable for performing work in a safe manner, following identified safety procedures (hazardous work permitting, LOTO, HECPs), and using applicable safety equipment / personnel protective equipment (PPE)\nExecute maintenance and operations functions in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs)\nComplete documentation in EAM, electronic batch records, electronic logs, and other systems in accordance with site procedure\nMaintain good housekeeping and 5S in assigned work area\nAdhere to the highest level of data integrity while performing duties\nIdentify potential quality or safety issues. Escalate as per IPT management processes and assist in the investigation, root cause determination, and CAPA implementation.\nMust be able to participate in and/or provide direct specialized training to any Manufacturing Division employee requiring it.\nCost\nEnsure that startup activities for area of assignment are executed such that deliverables and timelines are met\nClosely monitor team / process performance and improve reliability through problem solving and continuous improvement\nSet up, troubleshoot and operate equipment in alignment with established training and procedures to ensure reliable operation with minimal delays or discards\nIdentify and help implement continuous improvement and productivity enhancements within the IPT\nTeam\nPartner with Technicians, Operations personnel and cross-functional groups for assigned area\nDemonstrate a high degree of maturity and personal integrity. Strictly adhere to all site policies on personal conduct and attendance. \nTrain, develop, and mentor other team members to share experience and best practices\nPursue knowledge and skills in assigned area from an operations perspective and share that information readily with team\nMaintain a culture of continuous improvement / MPS focused on standard work, making problems visible, minimizing waste, reducing process variability, and problem solving\nRoutinely demonstrates leadership and conflict-resolution ability. Demonstrates a willingness to provide and receive constructive feedback in 360° performance review.\nResponsible for performing work in a safe manner following identified safety procedures and using applicable safety equipment.\nReporting Relationships:\nSolid line report to: Manager, Maintenance & Operations \nDotted line report to: N/A\nPosition(s) reporting to this position: N/A (individual contributor)\nWork Schedule:\n8-hours 1st Shift (06:00AM - 02:30PM)\nMinimum Education Requirement:\nHigh School diploma or equivalent \nRequired Experience and Skills:\nOne or more years of experience in a GMP manufacturing facility including maintenance experience (aseptic GMP environment strongly preferred). \nDemonstrated ability to work independently and as team member\nDemonstrated interpersonal skills with ability to influence and assist others through a culture of inclusion, feedback, and empowerment\nAbility to gown and work in an aseptic environment\nDemonstrated ability to work with computerized and automated systems.\nWilling to work irregular hours to support multi-shift operation on an as needed basis\nPreferred Education, Experience and Skills:\nAssociates degree in Business, Science, or Technology-based field and/or bio-pharma focused certificates, such as Bioworks, preferred.\nExperience with maintenance troubleshooting, Preventative and Corrective Work Orders, aseptic filling equipment, visual inspection systems, CIP/SIP systems, packaging equipment and similar aseptic formulation and filling operations\nExperience operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and/or repairing industrial equipment\nExperience working in a regulated environment (FDA, etc.) and basic knowledge of cGMPs as they apply to the vaccine/pharmaceutical industry\nExperience in Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Problem Solving, and/or Right First-Time methodologies\nEAM / SAP / MES / electronic logbook basic knowledge from a production execution perspective\nDemonstrated leadership ability, peer training experience, and/or productivity improvement activities\nDemonstrated ability and drive to work autonomously and help organize priorities and work with other team members\nOutstanding communication skills both within direct team and across multiple shifts to ensure success of overall team\nAbility to support technical writing of documents such as standard operating procedures (SOPs)\nJob Description In Secondary Posting Language(s) (Include Requirements For Education, Experience And Skills)\nJob Families for Job Profiles\nThe salary range for this role is: $47,600 - $75,100\nThis 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.\nThe successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.\nWe 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.\nRequired Skills:\nElectrical Assembly, Electrical Assembly, Equipment Calibrations, Equipment Installations, Equipment Maintenance, Equipment Operations, Equipment Repairs, Equipment Set Up, Equipment Troubleshooting, Failure Analysis, Instrumentation Knowledge, Instrumentation Systems, Inventory Management System, Maintenance Documentation, Maintenance Engineering, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing Quality Control, Operation Maintenance, Pneumatic Systems, Preventive Maintenance, Process Equipment, Process Improvements, Refrigeration Air Conditioning, Root Cause Identification, Routine Maintenance {+ 4 more}Preferred Skills:\nCurrent Employees apply HERE\nCurrent Contingent Workers apply HERE\nUS and Puerto Rico Residents Only:\nOur 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.\nAs 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. Asa 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:\nEEOC Know Your Rights\nEEOC GINA Supplement\nWe 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.\nLearn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts\nSan Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance\nLos 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 o...","description_format":"text","description_chars":13175,"description_truncated":true,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":1,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"high_school","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Flexible schedule"],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"Puerto Rico","iso":"PR","kind":"country"},{"name":"United States","iso":"US","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":true,"industries":["Veterinary Medicine","Vaccines","Biologics & Biosimilars","Oncology Therapeutics"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-20T19:58:16Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":88,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.882,"p_room":1,"age_days":4,"expected_fill_days":15,"reasons":["conf:9","velocity","win:early","comp:junior,brand"],"computed_at":"2026-10-25T05:49:26Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":75100,"is_top_pay":true},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/merck-co-associate-technician-maintenance","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/merck-co-associate-technician-maintenance.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-25T15:14:44Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":21956,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-26T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":3768},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=3768"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fmerck-co-associate-technician-maintenance"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fmerck-co-associate-technician-maintenance"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fmerck-co-associate-technician-maintenance"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/merck-co-associate-technician-maintenance\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fmerck-co-associate-technician-maintenance"}]}