Manufacturing Technician

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician

Location: Bellefonte, PA

Hours: 7/8:00am - 3:30pm/4:00pm

Compensation: $20.00-22.00

Contract position

MilliporeSigma, part of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, is a global leader in life science and technology, dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and improving the quality of life. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, we serve a diverse range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and academic research. We are committed to sustainability, quality, and creating a healthier, cleaner, and safer world.

Overview
Join our dynamic manufacturing team as a Manufacturing Technician and become a vital contributor to our innovative production processes! In this energetic role, you will be hands-on with equipment, ensuring that manufacturing operations run smoothly, efficiently, and safely. Your proactive approach will help maintain high-quality standards while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to develop your technical skills, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career in manufacturing!

Essential Job Functions:

• Follow written instructions to manufacture, package, and label products.
• Complete in-process inspections and prepare samples for QC, as needed.
• Generate and maintain batch records.
• Operate and assist in maintaining and troubleshooting lab equipment, including automated production equipment.
• Maintain accurate record of raw material inventory and request supplies at established levels.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and assist with simple experiments to increase yield, improve product quality, and/or develop new products.
• Perform general maintenance and cleaning of work areas and laboratory equipment.
• Take part in and contribute to a safe working environment by following corporate and departmental safety regulations.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good communication and organizational skills
• 1 year of work experience in an industrial setting
• 1 year of experience working with automated manufacturing equipment.
• Prior experience operating lab equipment such as: balances, labelers, vacuum pumps, ovens, evaporators, and glove boxes
• High attention to detail
• Proficiency with computers
• Ability to work independently or in small groups.
• Ability to write legibly.
• Basic math skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Vision and hearing within normal limits.
• Ability to move materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to bend, stoop, lift, push, and pull low to moderate weight.
• May involve repetitive hand and arm movements.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for up to 8 hrs.
• Ability to wear proper personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work in a laboratory setting where chemicals are used.
• Use of hands to grasp and manipulate objects and demonstrate small, precise movements.
• Ability to use ladders and steps.

This company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to his/her Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because he/she made a good faith report of discrimination.

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22