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Merck

Makes medicines, vaccines and animal treatments

Packaging Operator A

Full-TimeUpdated Deadline 11/7/26
No salary listed
Entry
Campinas - State of São Paulo, Brazil
In Person
Manufacturing & Production OperationsMachine & Process Operation

About the job

Requirements
  • Completed high school education is required.
  • Experience operating packaging equipment and performing packaging activities is required.
  • Experience completing production documentation and GMP records is required.
  • Knowledge of safety, quality, and data-integrity requirements (ALCOA+) is required.
  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP/BPF) is required.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams, is required.
  • Ability to work independently in a low-volume operation is required.
  • Organization, attention to detail, and documentary discipline are required.
  • Good communication and ability to interact with other departments are required.
Responsibilities
  • Organize and maintain packaging production areas in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice requirements by cleaning and sanitizing facilities and production equipment.
  • Operate equipment and systems related to the packaging process in accordance with current procedures and quality, safety, and productivity standards.
  • Perform and record operational and packaging activities, ensuring documentation is completed correctly in accordance with ALCOA+ data-integrity principles.
  • Participate in preparing and updating operating procedures, work instructions, and other documents applicable to the packaging area.
  • Sample purified water and potable water according to established procedures.
  • Complete and maintain current training related to production processes, quality, and safety.
  • Receive, verify, identify, and move packaging materials, bulk products, and other supplies used in production operations.
  • Perform shipping and transfer of finished products to distribution centers, ensuring quality and traceability requirements are met.
  • Support operational administrative processes, including requesting, tracking, and controlling indirect materials, office supplies, and services needed to maintain site activities.
  • Work cross-functionally, contributing to operational, administrative, quality, safety, and routine support activities to sustain efficient unit operations.
Desired Qualifications
  • Documentation experience or skills are preferred.

About the company

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, New Jersey

Founded

1891

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What believers are saying

  • U.S. employees build retirement benefits: Merck pairs a defined benefit pension with a matching 401(k).
  • Scientists work within a large research network: Merck reports approximately 24,700 employees in R&D.
  • Animal health adds growth: August 2026 results report Q2 sales of $1.8 billion, up 8% year over year.

What critics are saying

  • Job security faces cuts: Merck's active restructuring program eliminates roles and shrinks its global real estate footprint.
  • Keytruda protection narrows: its main U.S. patent expires in 2028, with additional patents expiring in 2029.
  • Revenue is concentrated: August 2026 results show Keytruda products generated $8.4 billion of Merck's $16.6 billion Q2 sales.

What makes Merck unique

  • Merck extends into farm technology: SenseHub continuously monitors livestock for behavioral and physiological changes.
  • Merck publishes open medical knowledge: its Manuals give clinicians and patients free online references.
  • Merck's donation commitment is open-ended: Mectizan supplies for river blindness continue for as long as needed.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Hybrid Work Options

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