Merck KGaA Posted August 15, 2026

Associate Production Scientist

Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin, United States FULL_TIME
Manufacturing & CMC Associate

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About this opportunity

Work Your Magic with us!  Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role:

In this role responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Perform operations to meet quality expectations throughout the manufacturing process.

Perform routine assays, processes and/or unit operations.

Contribute to support functions of the lab (e.g., maintain equipment, prepare reagents, restock lab supplies, waste disposal).

Provide complete and accurate records consistent with quality guidelines. Participate in quality audits.

Ensure all applicable logbooks have been filled out completely.

Improve processes through application of scientific knowledge, experience, and principles while in compliance with change control procedures. Identify opportunities for process improvement.

Assist with training.

Work in both a large-scale process environment and a glass lab environment.

Shift/Hours: 12-hour day shift, 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM - 2/2/3 schedule (M/T on, W/R off, F/S/S on, M/T off, W/R on, F/S/S off, repeat).

Physical Attributes:

Wear appropriate PPE.

Lift up to 50 lbs.

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other Life Science or Engineering discipline.

OR

High School Diploma or GED and 4+ years of work experience in a chemical production, laboratory or chemical engineering role.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong chemistry and math skills.

Experience with chemical production on the glassware scale.

Experience with laboratory instruments and production equipment.

Experience in an independent chemistry research lab or industrial experience.

Experience with process techniques and unit operations.

Experience in analytical techniques and equipment.

Experience with safe chemical handling methods.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

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Pay Range for this position - $27/hr-$48/hr

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click  here. 

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

Job details

Seniority
Associate
Function
Manufacturing & CMC
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin, United States
Employment type
FULL_TIME

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Manufacturing & CMC role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 295 comparable Associate Manufacturing & CMC roles across 58 biopharma companies.

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277Currently active
58Companies hiring similar roles
29Countries represented

Salary context

79 of 295 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

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