Process Engineer, Packaging Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Process Engineer, Packaging Process Specialist to join our team. This is a Monday to Friday position, 100% on-site.

Main Purpose of Job

The Process Engineer, Packaging Process Specialist will act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned packaging processes within the technical function of Engineering. The successful candidate will display strong technical ability and have interpersonal and communication skills that build strong relationships at department and site level.

The Process Engineer, Packaging Process Specialist will have a proven track record in troubleshooting equipment issues and be capable of understanding and optimizing machine performance, be strong in a team environment and possess excellent coordination skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure safe work practices are being followed at all times, report any near misses immediately to the EHS Department.
• Responsible for process engineering within our operations including:
• Analyze process data for assist and/or lead Continuous Improvement (CI) Projects and operational issues as required, including all OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) projects to ensure improved efficiencies, reduced waste and cost.
• Population and maintenance of the Technical Drawing & equipment specification database, this includes generation, recording, filing, and archiving of withdrawn/superseded Technical Drawings and associated documentation.
• Focus on delivery - Right First Time (RFT) and On Time in Full (OTIF).
• Support the development of our internal engineering processes/workflows with an aim to reduce wastage and improve efficiencies across various workstreams and initiatives.
• Build, develop, and sustain the knowledge, capability, and competency within the Engineering team to support ongoing and changing technologies employed to meet business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all labelling, secondary, and tertiary packaging tooling ways of working and specifications for the ordering, receipt inspection, storage, and control.
• Support the execution of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for assigned area of expertise.
• Support the execution of Qualification and Validation activities involving implementation of new equipment and/or new components.
• Support troubleshooting of packaging process deviations and events, conducting root cause analyses to address quality and performance issues, and leading implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs and Action Items) applied to the process.
• Ensure technical engineering documentation is completed in a timely manner as per site procedures supporting Good Engineering Practice (GEP).
• Work in conjunction with Procurement to identify preferred suppliers for engineering services and materials.
• Support the risk management process through involvement in risk assessment for new (or modified) equipment and new processes.
• In conjunction with Operations lead or support technical, perform product and process reviews to resolve operational, performance, and functional issues.
• Monitoring of future technologies and market trends identifying areas for potential investment in new technologies including reporting and recommendations to the Engineering management team.
• Identification of future CapEx projects to improve the business offerings and competitive edge.
• Ensure all activities undertaken are in accordance with statutory, regulatory, and company EHS, cGMP, and technical standards, procedures, and systems.
• Create and sustain a working environment that promotes the PCI values and behaviors.
• Carry out various other additional tasks that may be required from time to time in accordance with the overall goal of the company.

Essential Knowledge/Skills & Experience

• Educated to EQF (European Qualifications Framework) level 6 in a Technical, Engineering, or Science subject OR significant experience in industry.
• Min 2 years' experience of engineering within a pharmaceutical facility relating to labelling and packaging process.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical packaging equipment, packaging materials, technologies, and challenges with each.
• Detailed understanding of facility and engineering issues and processes.
• Experience in a GMP or Regulated Environment.
• Proficient utilisation of software packages such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio and a high level of computer literacy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and set priorities.
• Problem Solving and Troubleshooting skills. The successful candidate should display a dynamic and proactive approach to manage problems.
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach.
• Adaptable and ability to work collaboratively.
• Effective communication - internal and external.
• Team working - display obvious signs of ability to work in high-performing complex teams.
• Mentoring and coaching - Able to act as a coach and mentor to others.
• Analytical and data-driven.
• Attention to detail and persistence.
• Customer-centric.
• Committed to the highest levels of integrity, ethics, and professionalism.

Desirable Experience

• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, including experience in Lean tools to develop continuous improvements.
• Master's degree in a Technical, Engineering, or Science subject.