Merck & Co, Inc

Manufacturing Automation Specialist

Merck & Co, Inc$87K — $137K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience working with MES digital records
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Exceptional facilitation, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
  • Knowledge of integrated Manufacturing Execution Systems (preferred)
  • Understanding of cGMP and Process Automation methodologies (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Manage and maintain MES digital records independently
  • Ensure compliance with MES standards and documentation requirements
  • Provide Level 1 troubleshooting support for MES-related issues
  • Participate in deviation investigations and root cause analysis
  • Collaborate with teams to align records with manufacturing processes
  • Support onboarding and knowledge sharing with junior authors

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Opportunity for skill development and training
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Supportive work environment for professional growth
Full Job Description
Job Description

Role Summary

The R2 MES Digital Record Author independently manages digital record lifecycle activities and provides front-line support for MES execution. This role plays a key part in maintaining system integrity, supporting investigations, and improving operational performance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Independently author, update, and maintain MES digital records
  • Ensure compliance with MES standards, data integrity, and documentation requirements
  • Provide Level 1 troubleshooting support for MES-related issues
  • Participate in deviation investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align records with manufacturing processes
  • Support onboarding and knowledge sharing with less experienced authors


Scope & Expectations
  • Works independently on standard assignments
  • Actively contributes to troubleshooting and issue resolution
  • Balances execution, support, and continuous improvement activities


EDUCATION:
  • High School Diploma and at least 2 years of experience.

OR
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science or other technical degree (preferred).


QUALIFICATIONS: Required
  • Experience working with MES digital records
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Excellent facilitation, problem solving and decision-making skills.


Preferred:
• Knowledge of integrated Manufacturing Execution Systems.
• Understanding of cGMP, and Process Automation System Life Cycle methodologies.

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Required Skills:
Business Process Improvements, Corrective Action Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Cross-Team Collaboration, Data Management, Deviation Investigations, Integrity Management, Interdepartmental Coordination, Issue Management, Preventive Action, Process Manufacturing

Preferred Skills:
Automation Engineering, cGMP Regulations, HR Project Management, Lean Management, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Product Manufacturing, Quality Control Systems, SAP Architecture, SAP Best Practices, SAP Business ByDesign, SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (SAP BPC), SAP Business Warehouse, SAP Consulting, SAP CRM, SAP Development, SAP Implementations, SAP Knowledge, SAP Logistics, SAP Procurement, SAP Project Management, SAP Service Management, SAP Systems, Technical Quality Assurance, Troubleshooting

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San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

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Employee Status:
Regular

Relocation:
No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:
No

Travel Requirements:
10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid

Shift:
1st - Day

Valid Driving License:
No

Hazardous Material(s):
n/a

Job Posting End Date:
07/22/2026
*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

About Merck & Co, Inc

Schering-Plough Corporation is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of pharmaceuticals. It operates in three segments: Prescription Pharmaceuticals, Animal Health, and Consumer Health Care. Schering-Plough develops products targeting on allergy, cancer, hepatitis, cardiovascular, central nervous system, respiratory system, and more.  It was founded in 1851 by Ernst Christian Friedrich Schering as Schering AG in Germany. Schering-Plough manufactured several pharmaceutical drugs, the most well-known of which were the allergy drugs Claritin and Clarinex, an anti-cholesterol drug Vytorin, and a brain tumor drug Temodar. It also developed drugs targeting on central nervous system and the respiratory system. Schering Plough also owned and operated the major foot care brand name Dr. Scholl's and the skin care line Coppertone. These also became a part of the new company. Schering-Plough was a full member of the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA), a membership which is also maintained by the new Merck.

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Learn more about Merck & Co, Inc
Size
68,000 employees
Market Cap
$282.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$7 billion
Founded
1668
5 Year Trend
+4.1%
Revenue
$47.9 billion
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