Industrial Engineer

Merck & Co.; Town of Brookhaven (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching contribution

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

Merck & Co. is looking for a Continuous Improvement Engineer in the Town of Brookhaven, NY. This role is pivotal in optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and implementing lean manufacturing principles.

The ideal candidate will drive process improvements through strong leadership, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives. A Bachelor's degree in engineering and experience within manufacturing is essential. The position offers competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in the manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, engineering, or related field.
• Strong computer skills and experience in statistical analysis.
• Lean Six Sigma certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams for process improvements using DMAIC.
• Ensure compliance with GMP requirements in manufacturing processes.
• Analyze production data to identify trends and optimize processes.
• Implement cost reduction initiatives without compromising compliance.
• Conduct bottleneck analysis for production optimization.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Statistical Analysis

Compliance and Validation

Project Management

Cost Reduction Initiatives

Data Analysis

Value Stream Mapping

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Minitab

MS Office

SAP

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

The Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards within pharmaceutical production environments. This role focuses on process improvement, capacity planning, workflow optimization, and implementation of lean manufacturing principles while maintaining strict adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions

• Lean Project Leadership and DMAIC Execution: Lead cross‑functional teams through DMAIC roadmap to drive systemic process improvements. Utilize Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to identify and eliminate the 8 Wastes (DOWNTIME) in conjunction with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles. Execute Kaizen events focused on Lean/Six Sigma methodologies, 5S, TPM, Visual Management and Standardized Work to achieve efficiency improvements while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
• Compliance, Validation & Regulatory Support: Ensure manufacturing processes comply with GMP requirements and regulatory authorities. Support equipment and process validation activities, including Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), Performance Qualification (PQ), protocol development, execution, documentation, audits, and change control activities. Support risk assessments and continuous compliance initiatives.
• Statistical Analysis and Data Reporting: Collect and analyze production and validation data to identify trends. Develop KPIs and performance dashboards to monitor process stability and capability indices (Cpk/Ppk). Apply statistical tools (Minitab) and data‑driven insights to perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and trend validation.
• Cost Reduction & Continuous Improvement: Identify and execute cost reduction initiatives targeting scrap, rework, and deviations without compromising compliance. Translate operational wins into financial impact, focusing on annualized revenue increases and margin expansion.
• Conduct bottleneck analysis and line balancing to optimize throughput and manpower utilization. Perform production capacity analysis and forecasting.

Additional Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (related field) – Required
• Master's Degree (MS/MA) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (related field) – Preferred

Experience

• 3 years or more in Manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, engineering or related field.

Specialized Knowledge

• Must have strong computer skills, MS Office and MPR (SAP preferred).
• Previous Black Belt or Green Belt experience required.
• Knowledge of cGMP, FDA and other regulatory compliance.
• Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Computer aided design use (AutoCAD preferred).

Additional Requirement: This position requires successful completion of an OSHA‑compliant Respirator Fit Test.

Salary and Benefits

The base salary for this position ranges from $85,000 to $100,000 per year. Amneal ranges reflect the Company’s good faith estimate of base salary that Amneal reasonably believes that it will pay for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, geographic location and other relevant skills. At the heart of our Total Rewards commitment is a comprehensive, flexible and competitive benefits program for eligible positions that enables you to choose the plans and coverage that meet your personal needs. This includes above‑market, diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our employees as well as a significant 401(k) matching contribution. We also promote employee well‑being with programs that help you enjoy your career alongside life’s many other commitments and opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amneal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Requests will be handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable laws.