Process Innovation Engineer

Haleon plc.; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Haleon plc. seeks a Process Innovation Engineer to establish, startup and scale a new toothpaste manufacturing facility in India.

You will lead technology transfer from global teams, run manufacturing trials and validate processes, ensuring safe, reliable operations and robust plant capabilities. After stabilization, you will pursue process innovations, scale-up activities and post-startup improvements, collaborating with Global Technical, Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, R&D and Supply

Qualifications

• Bachelor/B.E. or B.Tech in Mechanical or related core engineering discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in FMCG, Consumer Healthcare, Personal Care, Food, Pharmaceutical, or similar manufacturing.
• Experience supporting Packaging Engineering, Packaging Innovation, Project Engineering, or Manufacturing Operations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design reviews covering mixing, homogenization, powder handling, liquid transfer, storage, cleaning and utility interfaces.
• Lead line testing and manufacturing trials for new products and process improvements.
• Support IQ/OQ/PQ and process validation activities with Engineering and Quality.
• Transfer toothpaste formulations and manufacturing standards from Global Technical teams to India site.
• Establish operating ranges, process controls and startup procedures during ramp-up.
• Develop operating procedures, technical guides and training materials for the plant.

Skills

Process engineering

Fluid handling

Equipment qualification

Process validation

Data analysis

Communication

MS Office

Learning agility

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical

Job description

Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.

Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.

Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.

Location: Indore

About the Role

The Process Innovation Engineer will support establishment, startup and scale-up of the new toothpaste manufacturing facility in India. The role will enable technology transfer from global technical teams, lead manufacturing trials, support equipment and process validation, and build site capability for safe, reliable and consistent operations. Following plant stabilization, the role will transition toward identifying, piloting and implementing process innovation and manufacturing technology initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Design & Engineering Reviews
  • Participate in design reviews covering mixing, homogenization, powder handling, liquid transfer, storage, cleaning and utility interfaces.
  • Review PFDs, P&IDs, equipment layouts, operating philosophies, SOPs, and technical documentation.
  • Identify process and operability risks and support closure of design and commissioning actions.
• Process Line Testing, Trials & Validation
  • Plan, lead and document lead-line testing and manufacturing trials for new products, formulations, and process improvements.
  • Execute or support IQ, OQ, PQ and process validation activities in coordination with Engineering and Quality.
  • Analyze trial data, identify gaps, and recommend actions to improve product quality, yield, capacity, and process robustness.
• Technology Transfer & Commercialization
  • Support transfer of toothpaste formulations, process knowledge and manufacturing standards from Global Technical teams to the India site.
  • Translate laboratory, pilot, and existing manufacturing learnings into robust plant operating processes.
  • Support scale-up and commercialization of new products, formulations, and process changes.
• Plant Startup & Commissioning
  • Support FAT, SAT, commissioning, startup, and performance verification of new process equipment and production lines.
  • Assist in establishing operating ranges, process controls, and startup procedures during plant ramp-up.
  • Work with Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams to resolve process-related startup issues.
• Process Learning & Capability Building
  • Develop strong end-to-end understanding of toothpaste manufacturing, from raw-material handling through mixing, homogenization, storage, transfer, cleaning and filling interfaces.
  • Prepare operating procedures, technical guides, and training materials for the new plant.
  • Train and coach operators, technicians and engineers on process fundamentals, equipment operation, troubleshooting and best practices.
• Cross-Functional Support
  • Collaborate with Global Technical, Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, R&D and Supply Chain teams.
  • Support root-cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement during startup and routine production.
  • Maintain clear trial, validation, and technical transfer documentation.
• Technology Implementation & Post-Startup Innovation
  • Identify and evaluate new process technologies, automation opportunities and manufacturing solutions that improve safety, quality, capacity, cost, and sustainability.
  • Develop business and technical justification for selected initiatives, including trial objectives, risks, resource needs and expected manufacturing benefits.
  • Plan and lead pilot trials, proof-of-concept studies, and controlled plant implementation of approved technologies.
  • Coordinate implementation with Global Technical, Engineering, Digital, Quality, Operations, R&D and external technology partners.
  • Establish performance baselines, monitor results, and confirm that implemented solutions deliver the intended process and business outcomes.
  • After plant startup and stabilization, transition from commissioning support to ownership and delivery of the site process innovation project portfolio.
  • Capture learning, standardize successful solutions and support replication across other products, lines or manufacturing sites where applicable.

Qualification and Experience

• B.E. / B. Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related core engineering discipline from a reputed institute.
• 3 – 5 Years of experience in FMCG, Consumer Healthcare, Personal Care, Food, Pharmaceutical, or a similar manufacturing industry is preferred.
• Experience supporting Packaging Engineering, Packaging Innovation, Project Engineering, Packaging Development Support, or Manufacturing Operations.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong fundamentals in process engineering and controls.
• Understanding mixing, homogenization, fluid handling, heat transfer, and manufacturing operations.
• Basic knowledge of equipment qualification, process validation, and quality systems.
• Ability to analyze process data, troubleshoot problems, and prepare concise technical reports.
• Effective communication, training, teamwork, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Learning agility, ownership, and ability to work in a fast-paced greenfield startup environment.
• Working proficiency in MS Office applications.

Key Success Measures

• Safe and timely startup with ensured quality and ramp-up of new manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Effective completion of technology transfer, lead-line trial and IQ/OQ/PQ deliverables.
• Robust and repeatable process performance meeting quality, yield and productivity requirements.
• Improved technical capability and readiness of operators and engineers before commercial production.
• Successful implementation and benefit realization of post-startup process innovation and manufacturing technology projects.

Leadership Skills Required

• Demonstrates ownership, drive for result and inquisitiveness for new initiatives
• Demonstrates resilience, learning agility and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Conflict management skills and handling ambiguous situations
• Good communication skills
• Analytical thinking

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Safety & Compliance - Safe shift execution, GMP adherence, training compliance and timely closure of assigned actions.
• Quality - Right-first-time performance, documentation accuracy, process adherence and deviation reduction.
• Service & Productivity - Production-plan attainment, schedule adherence, cycle performance, yield, waste and labour productivity.
• Reliability - Effective breakdown response, equipment-care compliance and reduction of recurring process losses.
• People & HAPS - Role qualification, multi-skilling, engagement, DDS effectiveness and delivery of improvement actions.

Job Posting End Date

2026-09-30

Equal Opportunities

Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.

Adjustment or Accommodations Request

During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees.

Note to candidates

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