Process Engineer-Production Systems, Oral Solid Dose

Overview Virbac Animal Health is seeking a Process Engineer for our Industrial Operations teams. The role focuses on oral solid dose (granulation, compression) process optimization and supports new product launches through engineering expertise. Responsibilities Area of responsibility 1: Technical Resource for Manufacturing Processes Standardize existing manufacturing processes (equipment and steps) to increase robustness and compliance. Develop and implement process improvements in collaboration with the Industrial Operations Team. Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing process problems, performing investigations and determining root causes and corrective actions. Monitor and improve the efficiency, output, and safety of manufacturing processes through observation, measurement, and data analysis. Support the Corporate Risk Management program. Area of responsibility 2: Process Engineering Documentation Develop process documentation and training material to support standardized processes and new product launches. Provide documentation to support compliance requirements for existing products and new product regulatory filings. Area of responsibility 3: Collaboration in New Product Development Provide process engineering recommendations to R&D and MSAT during development phases to ensure robust manufacturability. Advise on compliance and product quality during the development phase. Area of responsibility 4: Collaboration in New Product Launches Participate in technology transfer to transition new products into production. Ensure new processes meet production, quality, and compliance requirements. Provide guidance on manufacturing equipment and systems purchases. Area of responsibility 5: Support Production Training Develop general training material related to process engineering. Serve as Subject Matter Expert and trainer for process engineering knowledge. Area of responsibility 6: Support Continuous Improvement Activities Participate in kaizen events and develop new support systems, incorporating a quality perspective. Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate waste and increase efficiency. Review process history to identify improvement trends. Qualifications 5-7 years of increasing responsibility in a pharmaceutical cGMP environment. BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering (preferred). Prior proven experience processing powders (oral solid dose, granulation, compression). Experience with extrusion processes (preferred). Leadership experience of process improvement teams. Experience in pharmaceutical or other FDA‑regulated industry. Experience applying lean and Six Sigma principles and tools (preferred). Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. Compensation & Benefits Competitive base compensation and bonus opportunities. 401(k) match: 6%. Paid time off (prorated): 13 days. Company‑paid holidays: 15. Vacation days: 5. Personal days: 5. Floating holidays: 5. Growth opportunities through professional development and internal mobility. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virbac Corporation