The Sr. Process Engineer is responsible for ensuring packaging and production efficiencies, identifying operational problems, projects objectives such as cost savings/cost efficiency and developing solutions.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Manages change across supply chain and identifies solutions through simplification and standardization of processes.
The ability to identify risks and mitigate them through implementation of emerging technologies and process improvements.
Strong engineering fundamentals and familiarity with Design of Experiment (DOE) and statistical data analysis.
Provide support to operations by assisting troubleshooting and leading process optimization projects.
Create/update Bill of Operations (BOO) for new qualified formulas.
Build and maintain networks across multiple industries to identify emerging technologies and applications to Lief's supply chain.
Define critical process parameters for new equipment design and execute IOQ/PQ for new equipment or process.
The ability to review concepts for commercial feasibility and make recommendations on capitol, as well as identify risks and path forward related to assign projects.
Collaborate and leads key business partners (R&D, Operations, Engineering) through Technology Transfer process to ensure a reliable product through its life cycle.
Review and manage trends related to consumer complaints and identifying root cause analysis and corrective actions.
The ability to lead/assist in packaging component qualifications/Component optimization.
Management of all packaging deviations and change request.
Lead FAT's (Factory Acceptance Test) for all new packaging and production equipment, creating/revising WI (work Instructions) and providing training.
Be readily available to perform quick and timely adjustments to optimize production and packaging process.
Lead all pilot and first-time packaging runs. Is responsible for ensuring any changes are within scope of the project and communicated back to appropriate departments.
Closely work with Tech Ops Manager/Packaging Engineer for analysis and process improvements.
The Sr Process Engineer will be responsible for the Packaging Engineer.
Qualifications:
7+ years' experience in engineering, process development, quality or related field, preferably in the pharmaceutical, dietary supplement, or food industry.
Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, food science, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus. or equivalent in a relevant work experience.
Obtain Lean Green Belt Certification within one year of employment.
Proven project planning and management skills with the ability to lead multiple projects.
Project Management Certification a plus.
Ability to work collaboratively with team members.
The ability to work in fast-paced environment in a safe manner.
Proper use of scales, calipers, calculator, and other physical testing equipment.
Strong organizational skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
Understand and familiar with Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), SAP (ERP System), Work Instruction (WI), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Batch Records.