Sr. Process Engineer

The Senior Process Engineer provides technical support for manufacturing and process systems that drive improvement in overall equipment effectiveness and operational excellence. Partners closely with quality and engineering to help with efficiencies and integration of new products and processes. Specify, design, and execute a portfolio of projects focused on capacity, process and cost improvements requiring cross-functional partnering across multiple disciplines within the organization. Identify, analyze and solve manufacturing problems by recommending, evaluating and executing alternative cost-effective solutions that cover a variety of situations.

Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair services and make sure that manufacturer’s procedures and instructions are followed in order to keep production equipment operational.

Assist in development and improvement of SOPs (standard operating procedures) for all processes. Implement improved SOPs for product quality, reduced variation, rate and yield performance.

Assist in the training/certification of manufacturing personnel for the operation of new or modified processing lines.

Assist in expansion of current processes to meet customer demand or improvement initiatives.

Assist quality personnel with field follow-up as needed to address performance issues to customer applications. Ensure products are meeting fit for use specifications.

An understanding of mechanical equipment used in a manufacturing environment (Pumps, motors, valves, etc.).

Supervise technicians, technologists, analysts, administrative staff, or other engineers as required.

Understand applications of aseptic manufacturing and utilities (CIP, SIP, steam barriers, maintenance of sterility, etc.).

Technical expert/support for installation and maintenance of process equipment and equipment improvements.