Merck Schweiz
We are
As a vibrant science and technology company, we believe in science as a force for good. We uniquely combine three specialized, innovation-driven businesses: Life Science, Healthcare, and Electronics.
We offer
We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety 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!
We are looking for
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.
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Interview
Dr. Johannes Preindl
Produktionsleiter Team 3 | Head of Production Team 3
Produktionsleiter Team 3 | Head of Production Team 3
Was ist Ihre derzeitige Aufgabe in Ihrem Unternehmen?
What is your current task at your company?
What is your current task at your company?
Derzeit leite ich ein Team am Merck-Standort Altdorf, welches für die Produktion von Wirkstoffen für Medikamente sowie von hochqualitativen Biochromatographiematerialien verantwortlich ist.
I currently lead a team at Merck's Altdorf site that is responsible for producing active ingredients for medicines as well as high-quality biochromatography materials.
I currently lead a team at Merck's Altdorf site that is responsible for producing active ingredients for medicines as well as high-quality biochromatography materials.
Warum haben Sie sich entschieden, in Ihrem Unternehmen zu arbeiten, und wie sah der Bewerbungsprozess aus?
Why did you decide to work at your company and what did the application process look like?
Why did you decide to work at your company and what did the application process look like?
Bei Merck handelt es sich um ein international tätiges Familienunternehmen, welches sich sehr um seine Mitarbeitenden bemüht und hervorragende Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten bietet. Die Bewerbung habe ich online eingereicht, wurde dann vom Recruiter kontaktiert und zu einem Telefoninterview eingeladen. Schlussendlich war ich dann noch am Standort für ein Vor-Ort-Interview und habe dann die Zusage bekommen.
Merck is an internationally active family business that takes great care of its employees and offers excellent development opportunities. I submitted my application online, was then contacted by the recruiter and invited to a phone interview. Finally, I came to the site for an on-site interview and then received the offer.
Merck is an internationally active family business that takes great care of its employees and offers excellent development opportunities. I submitted my application online, was then contacted by the recruiter and invited to a phone interview. Finally, I came to the site for an on-site interview and then received the offer.
Welche Stärken haben Sie während Ihres Studiums entwickelt, die Ihnen besonders in Ihrer jetzigen Tätigkeit geholfen haben?
Which strengths did you develop during your studies that helped you in particular in your current job?
Which strengths did you develop during your studies that helped you in particular in your current job?
Neben der fachlichen Qualifikation helfen mir heute vor allem die nachfolgenden, während des Studiums entwickelten Fähigkeiten weiter: Ausdauer, an Themen dranzubleiben, Organisationsfähigkeit, Problemlösungsfähigkeit, kritisches Denken, Offenheit gegenüber Neuem sowie die Zusammenarbeit mit Menschen mit unterschiedlichem fachlichem und kulturellem Hintergrund.
Besides my technical qualifications, the following skills I developed during my studies help me most today: the perseverance to stick with a topic, organisational skills, problem-solving skills, critical thinking, openness to new things, and working with people from different professional and cultural backgrounds.
Besides my technical qualifications, the following skills I developed during my studies help me most today: the perseverance to stick with a topic, organisational skills, problem-solving skills, critical thinking, openness to new things, and working with people from different professional and cultural backgrounds.
Was fasziniert Sie besonders an Ihrer Arbeit?
What fascinates you about your work in particular?
What fascinates you about your work in particular?
Besonders zufriedenstellend bei meiner derzeitigen Tätigkeit ist der Beitrag, den wir mit der Herstellung unserer Produkte leisten, um Patientinnen und Patienten auf der ganzen Welt zu helfen.
What I find particularly rewarding about my current job is the contribution we make through the manufacture of our products to helping patients all over the world.
What I find particularly rewarding about my current job is the contribution we make through the manufacture of our products to helping patients all over the world.
Wie würden Sie die Unternehmenskultur in Ihrem Unternehmen beschreiben, insbesondere im Hinblick auf Teamarbeit und Zusammenarbeit?
How would you describe the corporate culture in your company, especially with regard to teamwork and collaboration?
How would you describe the corporate culture in your company, especially with regard to teamwork and collaboration?
Die zentralen Bestandteile unserer Unternehmenskultur sind in den sechs Merck-Werten abgebildet: Mut, Leistung, Verantwortung, Transparenz, Respekt und Integrität prägen bei uns den Alltag.
The core elements of our corporate culture are reflected in the six Merck values: courage, achievement, responsibility, transparency, respect and integrity shape our everyday work.
The core elements of our corporate culture are reflected in the six Merck values: courage, achievement, responsibility, transparency, respect and integrity shape our everyday work.
Was würden Sie ETH-Studierenden empfehlen, während ihres Studiums zu tun, um für künftige Praxiserfahrungen in der Industrie vorbereitet zu sein?
What would you recommend ETH students to do during their studies for future industry experience?
What would you recommend ETH students to do during their studies for future industry experience?
Ich empfehle allen, sich nicht ausschliesslich den eigenen Projekten zu widmen, sondern auch über den Tellerrand zu schauen und neugierig zu bleiben.
I recommend that everyone not only focuses on their own projects, but also looks beyond their own field and stays curious.
I recommend that everyone not only focuses on their own projects, but also looks beyond their own field and stays curious.
