Full time

Talentry; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer for our Vista, CA site to enhance production operations with a focus on softgel encapsulation. You will lead process improvements, trouble-shoot production issues, and support daily activities, ensuring GMPs and lean practices are embedded across lines.

The role requires 7+ years in production/manufacturing engineering, experience with CAPA/RCA/Kaizen, and a strong background in project management and capital projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Food Engineering.
• Lean Certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) is mandatory.
• Minimum of 7 years in production/manufacturing engineering with softgel encapsulation experience.
• Experience in project management, cost saving, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with R&D to launch new products.
• Optimize equip and processes for efficiency.
• Develop and train staff on Work Instructions per GMPs.
• Provide SME support for softgel manufacturing.
• Lead CAPA, RCA, Kaizen, and 5S initiatives.
• Drive lean manufacturing and Six Sigma projects.
• Apply statistics to optimize encapsulation line.
• Oversee IQ/OQ/PQ of capital projects.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Stay updated on manufacturing tech and upgrades.

Skills

Softgel encapsulation

GMPs

Lean Six Sigma

CAPA

RCA

Kaizen

5S

Statistical analysis

Capital projects

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Food Engineering

Lean Certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)

Tools

Computer applications proficiency

Job description

Vista, United States | Posted on 06/17/2025

A prominent supplement brand specializing in high-quality welnessproducts is seeking a dedicated and process-oriented Senior ManufacturingEngineer to enhance and refine its production operations, focusing on softgelcompounding and encapsulation. This role is pivotal in supporting dailyproduction activities, troubleshooting issues, boosting production capacity,spearheading lean manufacturing efforts, and developing work instructions toensure operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Research andDevelopment team to facilitate the successful launch of new products.
  
• Optimize and continuously improvemanufacturing equipment and processes to enhance efficiency.
  
• Develop, update, and trainproduction staff on Work Instructions adhering to Good ManufacturingPractices (GMPs).
  
• Serve as a subject matter expertin softgel manufacturing, providing ongoing support to streamlineproduction processes.
  
• Participate in Corrective andPreventive Actions (CAPA), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Kaizen events, and5S initiatives.
  
• Drive lean manufacturingstrategies to explore cost-effective solutions and minimize operationalcosts.
  
• Implement continuous improvementprojects using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to increaseproductivity, reduce waste, and elevate product quality.
  
• Apply statistical analysis tooptimize the encapsulation production line for improved efficiency andquality.
  
• Oversee capital projects,including equipment upgrades and new installations, performingInstallation, Operational, and Performance Qualifications (IQ, OQ, PQ).
  
• Ensure compliance with health,safety, and environmental regulations, maintaining industry-standardprocesses.
  
• Stay informed about advancementsin manufacturing technologies and propose upgrades to keep operationscutting-edge.
  
• Perform additional duties asrequired.
  

Requirements

Qualifications

• Education : Bachelor’s degree in ChemicalEngineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or FoodEngineering. Lean Certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) is mandatory.
  
• Experience : Minimum of 7 years inproduction and manufacturing engineering, with specific expertise insoftgel encapsulation. Proven experience in project management,cost-saving initiatives, and continuous improvement is essential.
  
• Skills : Proficiency in GMPs, stronganalytical and statistical skills, and the ability to manage capitalprojects. Candidates should be positive, innovative, detail-oriented,enthusiastic, friendly, proactive, organized, and reliable.
  
• Technical Skills : Competency in relevant computerapplications is required.
  

Competitive compensation, up to $135,000, based on candidatequalifications plus bonus and benefits.