Process Engineer

Antler Co; Limerick; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vacation days

Parental leave

Well-being reimbursement

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Limerick, Ireland, is seeking a Process Engineer to join the Process Engineering team. You will support an exciting Value Stream, drive process characterization, qualification, and continuous improvement across multiple product lines.

You will lead cross-functional teams, tackle complex equipment and process issues, and apply statistical methods to improve quality and efficiency. The role offers growth in a manufacturing setting with opportunities for advanced training.

Qualifications

• Minimum a Level 8 Bachelor’s degree in Physics/Chemistry/Biological Science or Mechanical/Material/Process Engineering.
• Seven years’ experience in a manufacturing environment or similar.
• Experience with statistical tools and problem-solving methodologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership within a production value stream.
• Execute process characterization and qualification in NPIs.
• Lead continuous improvement to enhance product quality and equipment efficiency.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve process quality issues.
• Apply data-driven decision making and troubleshooting across complex equipment and processes.
• Manage multiple process engineering projects from design to qualification.

Skills

Analytical Reasoning

CAPA

Gemba Kaizen

Lean SCM

Process Control

Process Engineering

Project Engineering

STEM

Situational Awareness

Technical Research

Safety Focus

Education

Bachelors degree (Level 8) in Engineering/Science

Tools

DOE

Process Capability Analysis

Hypothesis Testing

Validation (FDA)

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function

Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function

Process Engineering

Job Category

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations

Limerick, Ireland

Job Description

Process Engineer

This Process Engineer role is based in Limerick, Ireland which is one of two global production facilities at Johnson & Johnson Vision (JJV). The site produces a range of contact lens medical devices of difference classes and holds a strong position with a large portion of the global contact lens market. At JJV we pride ourselves in having strong talent at the core of our success and growth, providing ground breaking technical process and automation solutions since 1996.

Role Description

We in Process Engineering support an exciting and innovative Value Stream! We support the Value Stream, and you will be a key team member with specific accountability for the areas of process improvement, providing technical support to tackle more sophisticated process issues, and supporting internal and internal site product transfers.

Responsibilities

Main areas of responsibility

• Responsible for providing technical leadership within a production value stream and have ownership for the following
• Working within the NPI process to complete process characterization work, complete process challenge testing, complete process capability and stability runs, to qualify new product & processes to achieve annual business plan.
• Identification and implementation of process related continuous improvement activities that improve product quality and grow overall equipment efficiency.
• Engage with personnel in the identification and resolution of corrective/preventative actions that address any process quality related manufacturing issues.
• Systematically solve problems and use data in support of your decision making. You will enjoy taking the initiative and yet possess the collaborative and influencing skills needed to be a key contributor to cross-functional teams.
• Ensure the delivery of high quality, new and innovative products to our customers, in a timely -and cost-effective manner across multiple product value streams
• Lead process redesign projects, from cradle to grave, complete proof of principle activity, assist in the development and installation & qualification of new process equipment.
• Project management, planning and co‑ordination of multiple projects, within an exciting environment.
• Apply troubleshooting expertise to resolve complex equipment, systems and process problems using strong statistical and analytical methodologies.
• Communicate details of findings throughout the organization.
• Keep up-to-date on the latest process engineering developments and technologies and will discover and build on breakthrough ideas that set new performance standards.

Education and Experience Required for Role

• Minimum a Level 8. B.Sc. or B.Eng. honours degree qualification in Physics/Chemistry/Biological Science or Mechanical/Material/Process Engineering, with a proven track record of delivering results.
• Minimum of seven years’ work experience in a manufacturing environment or similar.

Desirable

• Previous experience in the use of 'black belt' type statistical techniques (DOE, Process Capability Analysis, Hypothesis Test methods) and problem-solving methodologies would be a distinct advantage, as would familiarity with equipment validation in an FDA environment
• Good Project Management skills, FPx or other, are required with a proven record of leading multi-functional teams effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate well to your peer group.

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Johnson & Johnson is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any of the nine grounds protected by Irish law. All decisions are based on merit, skills and business needs.

Preferred Skills

Analytical Reasoning, Computerized Equipment Skills, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Emerging Technologies, Execution Focus, Gemba Kaizen, Issue Escalation, Lean Supply Chain Management, Process Control, Process Engineering, Process Oriented, Product Improvements, Project Engineering, Safety-Oriented, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Situational Awareness, Technical Research, Technologically Savvy

The Anticipated Base Pay Range For This Position Is

€42,400.00 - €67,965.00

Benefits

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

• This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.