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Senior Associate Production Scientist - Night Shift

Merck Group
St. Louis, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Oct 2025
💰 $90,000/yr($50,000/yr$90,000/yr)

About the role

 

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:

At MilliporeSigma, as a Scientist Associate Production GMP on the Night Shift at our 3300 South Second/Cherokee site, you will be responsible for manufacturing active biopharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), chemicals, and bulk pharmaceuticals in compliance with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations. Job duties include:

  • Production shifts consist of 12-hour night shifts (6 PM - 6:30 AM) with a two-week rotation: Week 1 (Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday) and Week 2 (Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday), including competitive shift differentials
  • Carry out production operations and communicate status to Manufacturing Supervision, possibly in front of the Customer
  • Provide technical leadership during the manufacturing process.
  • Obtain equipment and ensure cleaning protocols are followed and recorded.
  • Prepare production areas, chemicals, and equipment for operations.
  • Conduct analytical tests and assess results during production. 
  • Advise chemical processors on key in-process decisions based on test results.
  • Write and revise Master Manufacturing Formulas.
  • Prepare and review Operating Procedures for FDA and cGMP compliance. 

Physical Attributes

  • Lift and carry up to 50 pounds while wearing personal protective equipment, including respirators, for an extended time.
  • Perform tasks while wearing personal protective equipment, such as respirators or chemical protective clothing, for long durations.

Who You Are 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or other scientific discipline

OR

  • Associate Degree with 2+ years GMP production experience

 Preferred Qualifications:

  • 1+ year GMP experience.
  • Detail oriented with excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Logical approach to problem solving.
  • Experience with customer interaction.
  • Knowledge of Process Improvement methodology (e.g., PDSA, Lean Manufacturing, and/or Six Sigma).

Pay Range for this position:  $25.00 - $45.00

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

RSREMD

 

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!

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Merck Group

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