Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

 

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.  

 

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. 

 

Operations Leadership Development Program

MilliporeSigma is the North American life science brand of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany – a leading science and technology company. It offers a broad range of innovative products and services to biotech and pharmaceutical drug therapies businesses. Through dedicated collaboration with the scientific and engineering communities, and as one of the top three R&D investors in the life science tools industry, the brand serves as a strategic partner to customers and helps advance the promise of life science.

 

Your Role:

Our Operations Leadership Development Program (OLDP) offers a unique opportunity to embark on a transformative 36-month journey to accelerate career growth and become future leaders in our organization.

 

Rotational Assignments: Over the course of the program, you will experience 4 nine-month rotational assignments, providing you with exposure to our core businesses, processes, technologies, and leaders. The rotations will cover Production, Global Operations, Engineering, and will also include a supervisory role, allowing you to gain hands-on leadership experience. Candidates must be flexible with mobility during the program.

 

Learning Opportunities: As part of the program, you will have access to a range of structured learning opportunities, including Presentation Skills Training, Management Training, Six Sigma Green Belt Training, as well as gaining insights into global cultural perspectives.

 

Assignment Selection: Assignment selection is aligned with your career interests, areas of development, and the business needs with feedback from Program Manager, OLDP Managers and Mentors – Ensuring that your journey is personalized and impactful.

 

We currently have an exciting opening to start in our Midwest facilities (St. Louis, Milwaukee, Sheboygan, Kankakee, or Lenexa).

Starting date: September 2025

 

Who You Are:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing EngineeringGraduation date of Spring 2025GPA of 3.5 or greaterMinimum of 1 internship

 

 

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
 
Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!

 

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