Factory Hand

We are seeking a Factory Hand/Assembly Worker to join a small dedicated team manufacturing electronic RFID livestock scanning equipment at our Capalaba factory. This role involves following work instructions for assembly of electronic devices from PCBA, soldering and mechanical structure assembly. Training is provided but previous electrical, soldering or factory assembly experience is highly desired. Position is permanent full-time Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm at our Capalaba Site.

If you are an enthusiastic, physically fit team player who is eager to learn, we would love to hear from you.

**WHAT YOU WILL DO**

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Following all WHS and safe work requirements.
- Good physical fitness. Able to assist with handling and processing of sheet plastic material using manual and automatic machinery.
- Selecting components from pick list and interpreting work instructions.
- Hand soldering of connectors and wire looms.
- Using PC software to upgrade and configure electronic devices.
- Confident use of hand and power tools. Training on all other fixed plant equipment provided where necessary.
- Assembly, disassembly and packing of small to large products.
- Maintaining workplace tidiness and keeping a high level of organisation.
- General factory duties

**WHAT YOU MUST HAVE**

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Proven record of reliability.
- Physically fit and able to work on your feet for long periods.
- Good computer literacy skills.
- Experience with hand and power tools.
- Attention to fine detail.
- Fantastic communication & organizational skills
- Positive attitude, great work ethic.
- Ability to work well within a small team while managing own tasks.

Our Animal Health Division is the global animal health business unit of our company dedicated to preserving and improving health, well-being, and performance of animals and the people who care for them.

Through our commitment to The Science of Healthier Animals, we offer veterinarians, farmers, pet owners and governments one of the widest ranges of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines and health management solutions and services as well as an extensive suite of digitally connected identification, traceability and monitoring products. We invest extensively in dynamic and comprehensive R&D resources and a modern, global supply chain. We are present in more than 50 countries, while our products are available in some 150 markets.

**Who we are**

We are known as Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, New Jersey, USA in the United States and Canada and MSD everywhere else. For more than a century, we have been inventing for life, bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world's most challenging diseases. Today, our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world.

**What we look for**

Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world. Here, you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us—and start making your impact today.

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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**Employee Status**:
Regular

**Relocation**:
No relocation

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**Number of Openings**:
1
**Requisition ID**:R196663