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So, if you are ready to: Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, Impact the future by driving one of the world’s leading healthcare companies, and inspire your team to reach their full potential and push the boundaries of science and technology, please apply today.\nAdditional location(s) Compensation Information:\nRequired Skills:\nBiopharmaceutical Manufacturing, Equipment Maintenance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Manufacturing Documentation, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Quality Control, Media Preparation, Process Improvements, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)Preferred Skills:\nCurrent Employees apply HERE\nCurrent Contingent Workers apply HERE\nSearch Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully\nMerck & 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. 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