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Merck

Makes medicines, vaccines and animal treatments

Bioprocess Technician

Bioprocess & BiomanufacturingPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeDe Bilt, Netherlands

About the Job

Requirements

  • A completed MBO level 3 or 4, or HBO, qualification in a relevant field such as Life Sciences, process technology, or laboratory technology is required.
  • Clear and careful spoken and written Dutch communication is required.
  • Candidates should be motivated to work in a dynamic biotechnology environment and willing to complete internal training.
  • Candidates should work accurately according to procedures, handle tasks independently, and take initiative when appropriate.
  • Candidates should be flexible about working hours and willing, if needed in the future, to work at nonstandard times.

Responsibilities

  • Produce vaccines in cleanrooms while strictly following Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements and work documents.
  • Participate in process steps inside and outside cleanrooms and operate automated filling machines.
  • Resolve minor malfunctions independently and document all activities according to GMP guidelines.
  • Perform support tasks, including setting up equipment and following cleaning procedures.
  • Identify and report deviations and assess their impact.
  • Contribute to teamwork and process improvements, focusing on collaboration and learning from mistakes.
  • Improve work instructions and methods in consultation with the process owner.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in a GMP production environment, such as food, animal feed, or pharmaceuticals, is preferred but not required.

About the Company

Merck

Makes medicines, vaccines and animal treatments

Merck develops prescription medicines, vaccines and veterinary treatments for patients, health systems and animal owners worldwide. Its vaccine portfolio includes Gardasil 9, which helps prevent cancers and other diseases caused by several types of human papillomavirus. The company takes potential treatments through laboratory research and clinical trials, then manufactures and sells approved products to drug distributors, hospitals, physicians and governments. Its animal health division sells medicines and vaccines to veterinarians, farmers and pet owners, while selected drug partnerships also earn shared profits or royalties. Founded in 1891, Merck is headquartered in Rahway, New Jersey.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Rahway, NJ
Founded
1891

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