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A leading Omega-3 Fish Oils supplement brand. We are seeking a passionate and process-driven Manufacturing Engineer to support and continuously improve our softgel compounding and encapsulation production operations. A key focus of this position will also be responsible for day to day supporting softgel encapsulation production team, troubleshooting, increasing production capacity, driving lean manufacturing initiatives and creating work instruction. As an integral part of continuous improvement efforts, the role provides training and guidance to improve efficiencies in operation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Function Statement(s) • Work with R&D department on successful commercialization of new products. • Optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment and processes. • Create, update and train the production team on Work Instructions(WI) following our GMP protocols. • Be a subject matter expert in softgel manufacturing with continuous support of the production team to optimize the processes. • Assist with CAPA and RCA, Kaizen, 5S. • Be an integral part of the lean manufacturing team and continuously explore innovative cost saving ideas for low cost manufacturing. • Implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to increase productivity, reduce waste, and improve product quality. • Utilize statistical analysis techniques to identify variables and optimize the encapsulation production line for improved efficiency and product quality. • Manage capital projects related to equipment upgrades, new installations, and perform IQ, OQ, PQ • Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, ensuring that all mechanical systems and processes adhere to industry standards. • Keep up-to-date with advancements in manufacturing technology, equipment, and best practices, and propose upgrades and improvements to keep the plant at the forefront of operational excellence. • Performs other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s) 04/24/54 • Positive - Ability to view all situations with a positive attitude. • Innovative - Ability to look beyond the standard solutions and "think outside the box". • Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. • Enthusiastic - Ability to bring energy to the performance of a task. • Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others. • Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. • Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. • Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Food Engineering. • Work experience in softgel encapsulation manufacturing is required. • LEAN Certification (e.g: Green Belt / Black Belt) is required.
Experience: • 7+ years of experience in production and manufacturing engineering, • Previous project management , cost saving and Continuous improvement experience Computer Skills: • Required computer related skills
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Function Statement(s) • Work with R&D department on successful commercialization of new products. • Optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment and processes. • Create, update and train the production team on Work Instructions(WI) following our GMP protocols. • Be a subject matter expert in softgel manufacturing with continuous support of the production team to optimize the processes. • Assist with CAPA and RCA, Kaizen, 5S. • Be an integral part of the lean manufacturing team and continuously explore innovative cost saving ideas for low cost manufacturing. • Implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to increase productivity, reduce waste, and improve product quality. • Utilize statistical analysis techniques to identify variables and optimize the encapsulation production line for improved efficiency and product quality. • Manage capital projects related to equipment upgrades, new installations, and perform IQ, OQ, PQ • Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, ensuring that all mechanical systems and processes adhere to industry standards. • Keep up-to-date with advancements in manufacturing technology, equipment, and best practices, and propose upgrades and improvements to keep the plant at the forefront of operational excellence. • Performs other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s) 04/24/54 • Positive - Ability to view all situations with a positive attitude. • Innovative - Ability to look beyond the standard solutions and "think outside the box". • Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. • Enthusiastic - Ability to bring energy to the performance of a task. • Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others. • Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. • Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. • Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Food Engineering. • Work experience in softgel encapsulation manufacturing is required. • LEAN Certification (e.g: Green Belt / Black Belt) is required.
Experience: • 7+ years of experience in production and manufacturing engineering, • Previous project management , cost saving and Continuous improvement experience Computer Skills: • Required computer related skills