Associate Technician Operations

Merck, Durham, NC

Associate Technician Operations at Merck in Durham, NC, with a salary range of $43,100 to $67,800. The employer states it follows fair chance laws, considering qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in compliance with local ordinances. This day shift role requires aseptic gowning, lifting 50 lbs, and a TB titer and chest X-ray.

What the posting says about criminal records

The employer states it follows fair chance hiring laws. This is a legal compliance statement and does not necessarily mean records are welcomed, so expect a background check after a conditional offer.

Last checked Oct 25, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.

Overview

This role is within an end-to-end facility that includes processing of drug substance and drug product, including biotech culture growth, harvest, lyophilization, product inspection, utilities, and warehouse. Responsibilities include supporting the team as an operations expert, identifying and addressing compliance, environmental, safety, and process deviations, and participating in lean six-sigma and quality initiatives. The position requires a High School Diploma/GED or higher and the ability to pass aseptic gowning qualifications.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or higher
• Demonstrated written and verbal communications skills
• Must be able to successfully pass and maintain aseptic gowning qualifications
• Computer literacy (internet browsers, e-mail, spreadsheets, word processing)
• Must be willing and able to lift 50 lbs, bend, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb ladders, and wear a respirator
• Successful completion of TB titer and Chest X-ray are required

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days
• Annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable

Job details

Location

Durham, NC

Pay

$43,100 to $67,800 per year

Job type

Full-time

Industry

Manufacturing

Posted

Oct 19, 2026

Drug test

Not stated