Process Development Engineer

THE ROLE

In this role you will be responsible for :

• Leading scale up initiatives for all new IMP launches including Develop and document processing methods, (Transformation Flow Sheet) for new and renovated products Production of scale up batches to confirm process and finished product specifications at pilot and factory level Apply process improvement tools including statistical process control, process mapping, design of Experiments for new and current products Develop technical learning plans using appropriate internal R&D and Supply Chain Resources Manage all documentation and records associated with pilot and industrial scale manufacture, ensuring accurate recording of all work and appropriate filing and storage.
• Execute and document with excellence lab, pilot and plant scale trials as appropriate. Traveling to production facilities to commercialize new launches;

25% travel Analyze critical line data to optimize finished product specifications that meets consumer expectations Innovation master plan (IMP) work where required depending on business need Ongoing technical support for our manufacturing sites (troubleshooting, derogations, Out of Specs investigations / resolution) Execute and document with excellence lab, pilot and plant scale trials as appropriate.

Creative problem solving to overcome technical issues in delivery and current business. Troubleshooting and resolution of manufacturing plant issues using appropriate internal R&D and Supply Chain resources.

Clear communication of formulation and process development challenges, issues, and successes with senior management

QUALIFICATIONS

We’d love to see candidates who have :

Essential :

Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Science. A high attention to detail and hands on approach to running experiments. Strong ownership and accountability Ability to clearly and concisely communicate issues / risks to a diverse multifunctional audience 2+ years of experience leading manufacturing making / filling trials and transferring technical information from R&D to Production sites will be ideal 2+ years’ experience of batching work for process development and / or issue resolution and problem solving would be an advantage Familiarity with Transformation Understanding’, Basis for Scale up’ and / or Process Qualification would be an advantage.

Understanding and experience of the practical application of Stage-Gate Processes (from Design to Execution). Experience in operating Bench and / or Pilot Plant equipment with minimal supervision would be an advantage Ability to troubleshoot issues in production and suggest actionable, practical solutions to Manufacturing would be an advantage

Functional / Technical Skills :

Working knowledge of Batching - Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE). Lean tools (FMEA, TFS, Standard work, value stream mapping, Intermediate to advanced level computer skills (i.

e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Access, drawing so ware, SAP).

WHAT WE OFFER

This is unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You’ll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.