Production Engineer

Production Engineer

Location: Bronx, NY, US, 10457 At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging. Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care.

Description Overview The Production Engineer II provides engineering support to manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient production within assigned systems or work centers. This role is responsible for owning defined production areas, driving technical problem-solving, and executing continuous improvement initiatives that improve performance, reliability, and quality. The position requires a high level of initiative, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead projects within a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment. The Production Engineer I works cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Validation, and Engineering teams to resolve issues, implement improvements, and support overall site performance.

Salary range for this role is $95,000 - $125,000 Scope of the Role Operational Support & Problem Solving Owns engineering support for assigned production systems or work centers Analyzes production performance (downtime, efficiency, yield) to identify trends and losses Performs structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis for equipment and process issues Coordinates with Maintenance, Operations, and vendors to resolve technical issues Implements and verifies sustainable solutions to prevent recurrence Continuous Improvement Leads improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction, and reliability Identifies and prioritizes opportunities based on operational and business impact Applies Lean / Six Sigma tools (DMAIC, root cause analysis, data analysis) to drive results Supports and contributes to broader cross-functional improvement efforts Process Ownership Maintains ownership of assigned systems, equipment, or product lines Monitors performance and drives actions to improve safety, quality, and output Develops and implements process improvements within defined areas Ensures engineering changes are properly documented and controlled Capital & Project Support Leads smaller equipment upgrades and improvement projects within assigned areas Supports larger capital projects by managing defined workstreams Participates in equipment installation, commissioning, and startup activities Interfaces with contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams during execution Experience Required Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field) 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or process engineering environment Strong understanding of manufacturing systems and equipment Experience applying Lean / Six Sigma methodologies Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and process documentation Experience in regulated environments (cGMP preferred)

Benefits We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally. Find out more about Total Rewards at Perrigo. We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024".

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