Senior Specialist, Operations - (API)
Merck · Elkton, VA
IT & SoftwareFull-time$96k–$151kCompany career page
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Role summary
Merck seeks a Senior Specialist in Operations to support commissioning, qualification, and start-up of a new small molecule API manufacturing facility in Elkton, Virginia. The role involves cross-functional coordination, process optimization, and continuous improvement activities during facility launch and ongoing operations.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, pharmaceutical engineering, chemistry, or related technical discipline preferred
- Minimum 5 years API small molecule manufacturing experience in operations or technical operations
- Working knowledge of GMP, quality, and compliance in pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills across functional teams
- Ability to prioritize work in dynamic, fast-paced environments
- Experience with operational improvement, troubleshooting, or start-up activities
What you'll be doing
- Support commissioning, qualification, and operational readiness of new API small molecule facility
- Partner with cross-functional teams on safe, compliant, and efficient plant start-up
- Provide technical support during equipment start-up, troubleshooting, and process optimization
- Implement lean tools and continuous improvement methodologies to identify operational efficiencies
- Act as production lead delegate when needed and support cross-functional coordination
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