Process & Project Engineer

Baxter International, Inc.; Thetford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a self-motivated Process & Project Engineer to enhance the manufacturing of vital intravenous fluid products. This role is pivotal in ensuring adherence to quality standards and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). You will engage in developing and optimizing processes, while also leading initiatives for continuous improvement in production rates and quality. Join a team that values innovation and collaboration, where your contributions will directly impact patient outcomes and operational excellence. This is your opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment that champions professional growth and success.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or HNC in related fields required.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide process documentation and operating instructions.
• Develop and optimize industrial processes from inception to certification.
• Ensure continuous improvement in patient safety and quality.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Process Optimization

Data Interpretation

Education

Degree in Engineering

HNC in Engineering

Tools

DMAIC

5Why

Fishbone

A3

Job description

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives-where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Position Overview

Baxter Thetford are looking for a self-motivated Process & Project Engineer to join our team, supporting the frontline manufacturing of intravenous fluid products using automated processes to the defined standards of Quality, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and EH&S while continuously improving the process. You will be responsible and accountable to deliver the future business needs in terms of overall performance of the new technologies.

Responsibilities

1. Provide process documentation and operating instructions
2. Understand the end to end process from weighing and mixing of raw materials through to packing and release of final product. Assess processes, take measurements and interpret data
3. Develop, configure and optimise industrial processes from inception through to start up and certification
4. Design, run, test and upgrade systems and processes
5. Develop new processes & standard methodologies, routines and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of output
6. Perform process simulations
7. Ensure continuous improvement processes in Patient safety and Quality, Growth through innovation, Best place to work and Industry leading performance related to the technologies responsible for.
8. Supervise the OEE of the Process equipment including the racking automation systems, and identify and implement improvements
9. Develop regular routine planned maintenance tasks for the production line equipment in line with the procedures and programmes in place. Have extensive knowledge of TPM (Total Preventative Maintenance)
10. Actively participate and lead (when necessary) the engineering brief and update visual management boards
11. Carry out training activities for team members on the production processes using various techniques to ensure competency
12. Understand visual inspection systems (e.g. vision cameras, serialisation)

Experience & Qualifications

1. Degree in Engineering (mechanical, electrical, electronic, chemical, process, manufacturing or equivalent) or HNC (ideally Engineering / manufacturing / Industrial Design)
2. Manufacturing environment experience
3. Excellent communication skills
4. Understanding and experience in using problem solving tools such as DMAIC, 5Why, Fishbone, A3 etc
5. Experience of performing basic maintenance activities and an understanding of mechanical, electrical and automation principles
6. Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships
7. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team and at all levels

Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.