Chemical Manufacturing Engineer Level II

NOVA Biomedical GmbH; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NOVA Biomedical is hiring a Level 2 Chemical Manufacturing Engineer to provide technical support in manufacturing operations. The role involves process improvements, troubleshooting production issues, and training employees. Applicants should have a degree in Biology, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering and relevant experience in manufacturing environments.

Benefits

Blue Cross Blue Shield medical plan

Tuition reimbursement

Matching 401K

Innovative scholarship program for children of employees

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience desired.
• Coordinate activities for new formulations or products.
• Conduct training of employees on new processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day technical floor support for manufacturing.
• Test consumables for functionality on production platforms.
• Assist with the transfer of new processes/products to manufacturing.

Skills

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office

Lean manufacturing methods

Interpersonal and communication skills

Time management skills

Education

B.S./B.A. in Biology, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Minitab

SAP

MasterControl

Job description

Career Opportunities with Nova Biomedical Corporation

Nova Biomedical is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Affirmative Action in hiring and promoting women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Chemical Manufacturing Engineer Level II

Nova Biomedical is hiring a Level 2 Chemical Manufacturing Engineer who will provide technical floor support to the reagent, sensor, Allegro-Shire, and tubing manufacturing operations to ensure on-time shipments of high-quality products at an acceptable cost. As the Chemical Manufacturing Engineer, you will work on process/product improvements and transfer of new products/processes into the manufacturing operations. You will also contribute to the investigation of technical issues with in-process or field returned product to ensure continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day technical floor support to consumable operations by investigating and resolving issues which arise during the manufacturing/processing of products.
• Test consumables (Sensors, Tubing, Calibrators and Controls) for functionality on analyzers and/or various production test platforms.
• Measure/inspect components for form, fit, and function and disposition nonconforming product.
• Write Manufacturing Variances to document process variations and circulate them for signatures.
• Assist with the transfer of new processes and products to manufacturing working with other engineers as well as creating/maintaining project schedules, providing project status reports, presentations of concerns/accomplishments to team.
• Create and/or execute Installation Qualifications (IQ), Operational Qualifications (OQ), Performance

Qualifications:

• Coordinate activities to pilot new formulations and products.
• Create or update/enhance manufacturing documentation (AP, TP, OI, OP, Artwork, and Drawings), which conform to Quality System Regulations (QSR’s) and ISO Standards.
• Conduct training of employees on new products, equipment, and processes.
• Support technical floor issues to resolve in a timely and efficient manner.
• Researching and finalizing specifications for capital equipment as well as supplier quote comparison and ROI analysis.
• Contribute to continuous improvement programs to reduce cost and cycle times of products.
• Review and implementation of lean manufacturing techniques.

Skills and Competencies

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, Minitab, SAP, and MasterControl
• Experience with the procurement and validation of high-cost capital equipment
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing methods and practices
• Thorough understanding of formulation and tonometry
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Time and risk management skills
• FDA QSR’s and ISO regulations competence

Education

• B.S./B.A. in Biology, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering is required

Experience

• 3+ years of experience is desired.

At Nova Biomedical, we practice our core values of mutual respect, honesty, and integrity throughout the company. With a strong sense of family in the workplace, we are proud that one third of all our employees have been with us for over 10 years.

Highlights of benefits offered to Nova Biomedical employees include Blue Cross Blue Shield medical plan, tuition reimbursement, matching 401K, and an innovative scholarship program for children of employees.