Lead Process Engineer Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Lead Process Engineer to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Provide input for the development of functional layouts to minimize space and material transit distance;
- Optimize processes from inception through startup;
- Develop and revise SOPs, improve standard work for all positions, time studies, employee utilization and lean initiatives;
- Audit production line process and improve production rates, work flow and quality;
- Serve as main point of contact for capacity, process improvements tasks, and standard time inquiries;
- Identify inconsistencies and opportunities to scale processes across the growing distribution network;
- Implement and sustain Lean Management System at the DC;
- Partner with DC personnel for process optimization;
- Utilize simulation software to analyze and /or improve work systems;
- Utilize lean standards to drive a culture of Continuous Improvement;
- Manage engineering function for assigned projects and activities including: processes, work standards, equipment and facilities;
- Support DC KPIs including: service, quality, cost and safety;
- Develop lessons learned and best practice systems, policies and procedures to leverage across multiple areas within the business;
- Assist Project Management with the development of project scope and schedule for all process related work;
- Create and manage waste reduction objectives at the DC.
Requirements:
- Excellent oral and written skills are required;
- Demonstrated experience working with equipment vendors to provide optimum solutions to equipment design that will meet or exceed client expectations;
- 15+ years of progressive experience in process engineering design;
- B.S or M.S. in Chemical Engineering;
- Demonstrated understanding of interactions between Process design with MEP design efforts;
- SAP knowledge and understanding;
- Capable of coordinating the process design with the piping model;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate to site personnel and key stakeholders;
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills;
- Knowledge of system design, cGMPs, and applicable codes;
- Working knowledge of pharmaceutical process equipment materials including polymers;
- Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office 365;
- 10+ years of process engineering experience;
- Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field;
- 3+ years relevant business experience, Manufacturing in a plant/ Distribution Center preferred.