Process Engineer

Job Description

Join a dynamic team providing round-the-clock technical support and expertise to sterile pharmaceutical production. This role involves assisting Customer Facing Process Engineers with technical transfers, process modifications, and auxiliary support systems. You will initiate process improvements to enhance safety, reduce costs, improve quality, and boost Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Emphasize minimizing equipment downtime to increase availability and efficiency while ensuring regulatory compliance.

ResponsibilitiesProvide technical expertise and support to meet business unit objectives and increase production's Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Maintain system design and associated documentation.Diagnose and resolve complex process and equipment interactions to ensure system readiness, often collaborating with other teams. Communicate resolution summaries to Area Leadership.Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) on equipment and process functionality for production and utilities.Develop process flow diagrams, problem-solving guides, and advanced troubleshooting aides to enhance process efficiencies and repeatability. Train internal resources to increase technical knowledge in Steriles East.Provide SME input for CAPEX Equipment Upgrades on Sterile Fill/Finish processing equipment to ensure regulatory compliance, quality requirements, and line efficiency.Coordinate planned interruptions of processing areas or entire building during shutdown activities, as required.Create, modify, and approve process equipment recipes following relevant SOPs.Provide supporting data on process systems and equipment for production and quality investigations, proposing solutions and improvement opportunities.Engage in daily floor interactions with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Safety, spending 70-90% of time on shift on the production floor.Collaborate with key stakeholders to prioritize line activities and resolve conflicts.Document conditions, actions, and results of work performed according to company policies and procedures in logbooks and shift reports.Drive Continuous Improvements using metrics, TPM, 5S, and the PPI process.Essential SkillsBachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Industrial preferred).Proven experience in process improvement with examples of affecting efficiency on production lines.Pharmaceutical or biotech industry experience preferred; food and beverage industry experience considered.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to perform effectively in a team environment.Experience troubleshooting or working on an Optima line is highly desirable.Additional Skills & QualificationsBS Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering with three years of process experience.3+ years of Process Improvement experience using Six Sigma, Lean, 5S, Trend Analysis methodologies preferred.Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment in the Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, or Medical Device industry is advantageous.Knowledge of Data Integrity principles for automation systems and audit trail data.Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills to manage time and prioritize tasks.Work Environment

This is an onsite position in a manufacturing area, requiring 80% of the time to be spent on the floor troubleshooting equipment and working with operations. It is a very hands-on role, not desk-bound. The position follows a 12-hour rotating shift schedule (2-2-3) with straight days or nights. You must adhere to OHS policies and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy workplace environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Greenville,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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