Process Support Engineer

Piping Rock

$75K — $95K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 5-7 years of experience in process engineering or related field.
  • Certification in Six Sigma or Lean methodologies is required.
  • Experience preferred in GMP manufacturing environments, specifically in nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, or food production.
  • Team-oriented mindset essential for collaboration and effective communication.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities are necessary.
  • Familiarity with process automation and control systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Review and optimize manufacturing and packaging processes to improve efficiency and quality.
  • Ensure compliance with GMP regulations and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Work with Quality Control and Assurance teams to proactively address quality issues and carry out root cause analysis.
  • Analyze production data to spot trends and suggest process improvements.
  • Conduct risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies, including FMEA documentation.
  • Apply lean manufacturing principles for ongoing process improvement and sustainability.
  • Facilitate collaboration across departments to enhance process efficiency and meet customer needs.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • 401K plan with company match.
  • Pet insurance options available.
  • Fun company events including summer picnics and holiday celebrations.
  • Referral bonuses for associates.
Full Job Description
The Process Engineer will be responsible for optimizing and maintaining manufacturing processes within a GMP-compliant facility. This role involves continuous improvement, troubleshooting, and ensuring the efficiency, quality, and compliance of manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities:
  • Process Optimization: Continuously review and optimize manufacturing and package processes to enhance efficiency, productivity, and product quality while complying with GMP regulations. Monitor, analyze, and improve production rates, eliminating the non-value added activities.
  • GMP Compliance: Ensure that all manufacturing processes adhere to GMP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and following standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and manufacturing teams to identify potential quality issues that could affect any KPIs. Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions as needed.
  • Data Analysis: Analyze data related to manufacturing processes, identifying trends, propose corrective and preventive actions or process improvements to enhance towards operational excellence.
  • Risk Assessment: Conduct risk assessments and provide input into risk mitigation strategies, including the development of failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) documents.
  • Continuous Improvement: Implement lean manufacturing principles to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes and maintain sustainability.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various departments, including R&D, QA, Regulatory Affairs, and Supply Chain, to streamline processes to satisfy customer expectations.
  • Safety: Ensure that safety protocols and procedures are followed in the manufacturing facility to protect the health and safety of employees.
  • Training: Provide effective training and development support to associates on all three shifts to promote operational excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Must be able to effectively collaborate and communicate with plant management team across all three shifts to support operational goals and ensure continuity of processes.
  • Must maintain an active presence on the manufacturing floor to monitor processes, assess performance, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 5-7 years of experience required.
  • Six Sigma or Lean certification required.
  • Experience in a GMP manufacturing environment is preferred, particularly within nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, or food production settings.
  • A teamwork-oriented mindset is mandatory. Candidates must be able to collaborate effectively, communicate openly, and contribute positively to a team environment.
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Experience with process automation and control systems.

Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to lift 50lbs if required.
  • Must be able to stand for 8 hours.
  • Must be able to work in a physically challenging environment.


We proudly offer: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with Company Match, Pet insurance and more!

We reward the hard work of our team members with fun and exciting company events, Summer Picnic, Festive Packages, Holiday Celebrations, and associate referral bonuses!

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