Production Operator 1

  • Merck KGaA
  • Danvers, Massachusetts
  • Full Time

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:

  • Performs a variety of equipment operating and adjusting duties such as assembling, mixing, cleaning, bonding, inspecting, testing, labeling, packaging, etc. to fabricate and process products to meet high quality specifications following prescribed procedures.
  • Working from verbal and written instructions may use a variety of equipment including scales, bonders, simple test equipment and other related supplies.
  • May use measuring instruments to ensure conformance to specified tolerance disassembles precision assemblies and corrects malfunctions.
  • Escalate product defects and/or concerns with leadership and participation in problem solving for corrective actions.
  • Works under general supervision, with some instruction given for routine work and detailed instructions for new types of work or special projects.
  • Requires basic knowledge of how the team is organized and how own tasks relate to the others in the team/ unit. Impacts team performance through reliability and accuracy of own work.
  • Responsible for setting up work area and machines for the manufacturing of product (bags)
  • Loading and operating of various manufacturing machinery
  • Identify and communicate any machine problems to the preventive maintenance team
  • Maintain a high level of housekeeping at the machine areas

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of basic math and counting to large numbers
  • Understanding of written documents including standard operating procedures (SOP's), forms, Test Methods, and Test Specifications
  • Proven track record of working collaboratively and communicating successfully in a cross-functional and multi-cultural environment
  • Demonstrated strong quality knowledge (GMP/GDP, ISO standards)
  • Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally to report production information
  • Capable of working a full shift at a designated operation within the assigned manufacturing area
  • Sufficient computer-related skills to perform data entry, print reports, communicate via email and instant message

Pay Range for this position: $17-$26/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 ID: 523419150
Originally Posted on: 6/3/2026

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