Merck KGaA Posted October 2, 2026

Material Handler 1- 1st Shift

Jaffrey, New Hampshire, United States Full time
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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

As an Entry-Level Material Handler, you will play an important role in keeping production operations running smoothly by safely moving materials and products to and from manufacturing areas. You will operate material-handling equipment such as hand trucks and vertical lift machines, while accurately entering and verifying material transactions in the company’s systems. This role is ideal for someone who is safety-focused, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Duties Include:

Perform basic material handling duties in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, Quality and Safety Specifications and GMP standards.

Duties will also include packing, scanning, labeling, and counting materials.

Verify accuracy of orders and complete documentation per GMP standards.

Ensure a clean and orderly workspace.

Proactive identification of safety, quality, and productivity concerns. Actively report hazardous conditions or hazardous behaviors observed in the work area and the site.

Participate in sustainability efforts.

Communicate and participate in shift changeover with colleagues and leads.

Escalate issues to the next level (operations, lead, supervisor, etc.) to prevent excessive downtime/scrap material.

Works under close supervision.

Physical Attributes

Exposure to machinery and equipment in a warehouse and manufacturing environment.

Exposure to chemicals and other hazardous materials.

Must pass a Visual Acuity test.

100% Standing for duration of shift, up to 12 hours.

Frequent lifting of 20 - 30 lbs. necessary/Max lifting – 40 to 50 lbs.

Bend and twist as needed.

Must be able to grasp, manipulate and handle objects consistently and regularly, Fine motor skills are required.

Work in a clean room environment.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications

1+ years of work experience.

High school diploma or GED.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a fast-paced warehouse, material handling, or manufacturing team environment.

Basic knowledge of EHS, ISO, cGMP, and other regulatory requirements.

Basic computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.

Reliable and self-motivated.

Read, follow and understand operating procedures and documentation.

Chemical handling experience.

Experience with multitasking operations.

Pay Range for this position: $17.00-$27.00 per hour

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
Not listed
Function
Manufacturing & CMC
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Jaffrey, New Hampshire, United States
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

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We currently track 2561 comparable Manufacturing & CMC roles across 172 biopharma companies.

2561Comparable roles tracked
2292Currently active
172Companies hiring similar roles
54Countries represented

Salary context

674 of 2561 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function. This posting doesn't list a seniority level, so peers aren't narrowed by seniority either -- the range below may span more levels than usual.

This roleSubject $17/hr – $27/hr (≈ $35,360–$56,160/yr)
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Highest disclosed · Executive Director, CMC Regulatory Science · ModernaTX, Inc. $224,900/yr – $404,600/yr
Peer group range $0 – $314,750 (median $123,099)

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Executive/VP7

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Rare Disease2
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