Job Description
The FLEx center is a new multi-modality (small molecule, biologics, vaccine) Drug Product development and
GMP clinical manufacturing plant in Rahway, New Jersey. The role at the Operator level will be responsible for sampling and dispensing of excipients to support Oral Solid Dosage, Sterile and Animal Health
Clinical Drug Product
manufacturing. The FLEx Material Handler will need to work proficiency in an electronic inventory management system and weigh and dispense software. Additional responsibilities include: identification and ownership of continuous improvement initiatives within the Weigh and Dispense Area and facility cleaning and sanitization according to the requirements within local area procedures. Furthermore, yearly cycle counting will be performed by the Material Handling Team to ensure alignment between the physical and electronic inventory. The successful candidate will need to work cross functionally with partner groups including Facilities, Safety and Laboratory Services. The role is based in Rahway, New Jersey and reports to the Weigh and Dispense Supervisor within the FLEx Materials Management Group.
Education Minimum Requirement
High School Diploma
Experience Requirement
1+ years of relevant industry experience
Required Experience And Skills
- Must adhere to cGMP practices and follow SOP
- Physically capable to don and wear cleanroom protective gowning including PAPR
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 40 lbs
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
Desired Experience And Skills
Knowledge of
SAP or other ERP
systems
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#PSCS
FLEx2026
Sterile2026
MSJR
The Salary Range For This Role Is
$55,900 - $88,100
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.
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
Required Skills
Accountability, Accountability, Analytical Problem Solving, Biopharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Communication, Computer Literacy, Data Entry, Drug Development, Equipment Maintenance, Facility Cleaning, GMP Compliance, GMP Documentation, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Immunotherapy, Inventory Control System, Inventory Management, Laboratory Maintenance, Laboratory Safety, Manufacturing Documentation, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Quality Control, Materials Handling, Materials Management, Media Preparation {+ 5 more}
Preferred Skills
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U.S. Hybrid Work Model
Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”.
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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:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship
No
Travel Requirements
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements
Not Applicable
Shift
1st - Day
Valid Driving License
No
Hazardous Material(s)
n/a
Job Posting End Date
02/16/2026
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Requisition ID:R384794
