Associate Continuous Improvement Engineer

Perrigo; Allegan Township (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

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Job summary

Perrigo is seeking an Associate Continuous Improvement Engineer in Allegan, MI, to support incident/deviation investigations and drive Lean Six Sigma improvements across Michigan facilities. You will identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and coordinate cross-functional investigations to ensure timely issue resolution.

Responsibilities include risk assessments, data analysis, and guiding ODR/reliability initiatives to enhance equipment performance and process robustness in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences or related field.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing concepts and cGMP compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication, ability to collaborate across levels.

Responsibilities

• Identify root causes of incidents and deviations and support investigations.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate investigations and timely resolution.
• Conduct risk assessments and apply Lean Six Sigma tools for process improvements.
• Guide ODR and reliability initiatives to enhance equipment performance.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Project management

Microsoft Office

SAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Perrigo

Associate Continuous Improvement Engineer

Location: Allegan, MI, US, 49010

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.

Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care.

Description Overview

The Continuous Improvement Engineer provides technical support as it relates to incident/deviation investigationsfor all commercialized products at Perrigo facilities within Michigan.

Scope of the Role

• Provide technical expertise and support to identify root causes of incidents and deviations
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to prevent reoccurrence of incidents and deviations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate investigations and ensure timely resolution of issues
• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential areas of improvement in manufacturing processes
  Utilize Lean Six Sigma methodologies and tools to drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Stay updated with industry best practices and technological advancements to enhance continuousimprovement efforts.
• Support ODR activities by helping define base equipment conditions, inspection points, and lubrication standards.
• Partner with operations and maintenance to identify and eliminate sources of contamination and hard to access areas.
• Provide technical guidance to ensure ODR routines strengthen equipment reliability and align with continuous improvement objectives.

Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree preferably in engineering, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences or related field.
• Knowledge of principles, concepts and practices in pharmaceutical sciences and manufacturing processes.
• Well-developed interpersonal, organization and communication skills, ability to work effectively with staffmembers at all levels, strong technical writing skills, familiarity with cGMP and FDA regulations.
• Experience with operator focused reliability programs (ODR, Autonomous Maintenance, TPM) preferred.
• Familiarity with cGMP, FDA regulations, including experience with investigations and/or developing andrecommending process improvements.
• Computer literacy with a working knowledge Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), and SAP experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently on multiple concurrent projects with minimal guidance and to meet project deadlines.

Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

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We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out more here

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo

Nearest Major Market: Grand Rapids

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