Senior Process Engineer
The Process Engineer's goal is to provide process engineering and product ownership to the Memphis site in an effort to satisfy the site Growth Strategy in addition to strategy deployment associated with Safety, Quality, and Continuous Improvement (CiP) program initiatives. Responsibilities will also include the following:
o Serve as a technical lead/product owner for manufacturing process development and continuous improvement activities associated with quality, yield, waste, cycle time, safety, and process robustness across a portfolio of consumer healthcare products in the OTC and oral care categories.
o Propose and implement process improvements, monitor process capability, and conduct product performance assessments using statistical analysis to support the Product Lifecycle Management program.
o Conduct investigations of process deviations to determine root cause/corrective actions
o Perform technical risk assessments and develop product control strategies for assigned products
o Author and execute plant trials to resolve process challenges as well as implement new improvements.
o Author/revise Batch Records, SOPs, technical reports, technical change controls, and other site documentation
o Conduct technical training on processes and procedures to all levels of the organization
o Collaborate with R&D to ensure Design for Manufacturing principles are used for optimization of new product/technology introduction
o Support both internal and external manufacturing associated with new product introduction and technology transfer programs
o Support site functions (i.e. Engineering, EHS, Operations, etc.) with technical expertise including process validation initiatives, engineering capital projects, etc.
o Provide support to site process safety program
Basic
Qualifications:
o Bachelor's in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
o A minimum of 10 years of experience in process engineering in a pharmaceutical or similar manufacturing environment
o Experience in process development, experimental design/statistical analysis, process optimization, and scale-up
o Experience in new product introduction, technology transfer, and process/equipment validation
o Working knowledge of various manufacturing processes and unit operations including: powder/material handling and dispensing, roll compaction, dry blending/milling, tablet compression, and secondary packaging
o Basic knowledge of process automation/control systems
o Continuous improvement background with knowledge of Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma/OE tools and techniques
o Understanding and application of Quality by Design (QbD) principles and process analytical technology (PAT)
Preferred
Qualifications:
o Master's in Engineering preferred
o Experience using coaching/mentoring techniques and interpersonal communication skills in working with a diverse population at all levels of the company (i.e. shop floor to global corporate partners)
o Competency in technical writing
o Leading multiple projects simultaneously with minimal directionEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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