Bayer Posted August 10, 2026

Manufacturing Associate I - Indianola- 1st Shift - 6am - 2:20pm (Indianola, Pennsylvania, US)

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About this opportunity

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Manufacturing Associate I - Indianola- 1st Shift - 6am - 2:20pm

Manufacturing Associate I – Indianola- 1st Shift – 6am - 2:20pm 

We are currently seeking motivated colleagues to contribute to meaningful work in our local manufacturing plants.  Our entry level positions perform meaningful work and includes exposure to advancing technologies, having a voice to challenge our status quo, and training for career advancement.

We offer on the job training to start you on your journey with Bayer!

Our Indianola location operates on a 3 eight hour shift schedule. First Shift: 6am-2:20pm, 2nd Shift: 2pm - 10:20pm, 3rd Shift: 10pm - 6:20am, Monday through Friday.

We also offer a breadth of benefits, included (but not limited to) 120 hours of vacation, 128 hours of holiday time, 40 hours sick time, full medical/dental/vision, educational assistance, annual bonus and MORE!

Pay is $16.00 per hour. This position also has up to a 5% yearly bonus.

Learn more by clicking the Bayer benefits link!

Bayer Benefits

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

A day in the life of a Manufacturing Associate includes:

Assembling of radiology medical products that are used to diagnose health care challenges when contrast is used for CT scans;

Thoughtful packaging of products to ensure our high quality standards are maintained;

Inspection and validation of excellent manufacturing;

Cross training to enhance skillset and support the shift team;

Being a team player in collaborating with others to enhance our capabilities, problem solve challenges identified and retain a clean & safe work environment;

Capturing data regarding product quality and traceability;

Leading with safety, quality and delivering for our customers as our guiding principles.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications

Active interest in operating in a team environment, learning daily and partnering with others to enhance our operations via open communication;

Comfortable with entry level math skills (adding/subtracting), reading and processing information;

Interested in working in a lively environment, operating with good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail;

Proven sound judgment, continuous improvement, and customer focus;

An appetite for personal growth.

Preferred Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED;

Previous manufacturing or assembly experience a plus;

Computer savvy.

About Bayer

Advancing life - that's what we at Bayer are all about. We put ourselves to the test day in, day out. All together. All over the world. With enthusiasm for new ideas.

About Bayer Sterile Disposables

All the science we do and the resulting innovative products are designed to provide a better life for people across the world.  At Bayer, our most important qualification isn’t technical: it’s human.  Our world class Sterile Disposable team focuses on safety, quality and delivering to exceed for our customers’ needs.

Employees can expect to be paid an hourly wage of $16.00 per hour.  Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation (if relevant).  Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc..

This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

This posting will be available for application until at least 3-16-26.

YOUR APPLICATION       Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Health for all, Hunger for none, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.

To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Notice for U.S. Visitors: All information on this site is subject to compliance with local rule and regulations as they may vary from time to time and across different geographies, including, without limitation, U.S. Executive Orders.       Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.               Location: United States : Pennsylvania : Indianola      Division: Pharmaceuticals     Reference Code: 862808          Contact Us     Email: hrop_usa@bayer.com  ]]>

Job details

Seniority
Associate
Function
Manufacturing & CMC
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Indianola, United States
Employment type
Not listed

How this role compares

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

We currently track 419 comparable Associate Manufacturing & CMC roles across 70 biopharma companies.

419Comparable roles tracked
394Currently active
70Companies hiring similar roles
36Countries represented

Salary context

94 of 419 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject Not listed on this posting
Lowest disclosed · Distribution Associate 2 - 1st Shift · Merck KGaA $19/hr – $30/hr (≈ $39,520–$62,400/yr)
Highest disclosed · Regional Manager - Megasys · Merck KGaA $220,000/yr – $250,000/yr
Peer group range $50,960 – $235,000 (median $140,275)

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Ireland12
United Kingdom9

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Seniority mix

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Rare Disease2

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