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Associate Production Scientist - 2nd Shift

Merck KGaA
Sheboygan, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/7/2026

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:

  • Independently and accurately sets up equipment to manufacture chemical compounds—including existing items, new product introductions, lost supplier replacements, takeovers, and custom orders—and executes corresponding analytical testing.
  • Ensures end-to-end quality throughout the manufacturing process, verifying that final products meet strict specifications, and thoroughly documents all data and observations per department guidelines.
  • Rechecks analytical results for any out-of-specification (OOS) data, selects alternative testing methodologies, and proactively escalates issues for management assistance when necessary.
  • Leads the department during supervisor absences or directs a small production group; dynamically balances responsibilities to shift focus toward chemical production or process improvement if supervisory duties exceed 10% of total time.
  • Assists with workforce scheduling and task assignments to ensure completion; leads small teams during shift changeovers to guarantee seamless, clean handoffs across all shifts.
  • Mentors and trains new hires while assisting with the cross-training of current personnel; creates and maintains detailed equipment calibration logs and employee training records.
  • Serves on specialized committees dedicated to driving continuous improvement across the department, site, or company, focusing on safety, quality, inventory, output, and cost reduction.
  • Reviews established operational protocols to suggest proactive changes for management review, maintains exemplary attendance/adherence to schedules, and executes miscellaneous tasks as assigned.
  • Hours/Shift: 2:00pm-10:30pm, Monday-Friday.


Physical Attributes:

  • Wear appropriate PPE.
  • Lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Use close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth vision and adjust focus.
  • Sit, stand, walk, reach above the shoulder, stoop, kneel, twist, or crouch for long periods of time.


Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or other Life Science discipline.
  • 1 years of experience in a laboratory setting in chemical production.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with ISO and quality systems.
  • Ability to read and understand written protocols.
  • Strong problem solving and equipment troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Advanced knowledge of chemistry and math.
  • Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
  • Experience with ISO and quality systems.
  • Experience operating a forklift.


Pay Range for this position - $27.00/hr. - $48.00/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!

Benefits:

Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, 401K Plan

Salary : $27 - $48

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