Manufacturing Engineer

Fresenius Kabi USA; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company contributions

Health benefits

Job summary

Fresenius Kabi USA in Melrose Park, IL is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to support aseptic filling operations onsite. This full-time role focuses on defining, measuring, and improving safety, quality, productivity, and capacity under guidance from senior engineers or production management.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, 1–3 years plant manufacturing experience, and knowledge of PLC control systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Automation, Controls, Computer, Mechanical, etc.).
• 1-3 years plant manufacturing experience.
• Understanding of control systems and PLC programming of highly automated manufacturing technologies (Siemens/Allen Bradley).
• Ability to coordinate and support contractors or team members as assigned.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (technical writing and presentation).
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or SolidWorks preferred.
• Must be able to work independently and set priorities.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, develops systems to identify and measure key performance indicators (uptime, downtime, scrap, yield).
• Consults with Sr Engineers and peers to identify key site capacity constraints and provide timely solutions to resolve.
• Uses Lean tools to measure, understand, and improve process variability and efficiency.
• With general guidance manages related capital projects adhering to budget and schedule constraints.
• Provides on-going technical support for manufacturing operations in aseptic filling.
• Analyzes daily production and processing problems, identifies and implement shop-floor continuous improvement projects.
• Establishes engineering tracking tools and enforce their usage through fact driven communication between all stakeholders (e.g., operations, maintenance, quality, engineering, technology center, suppliers, etc.).
• Coordinates maintenance and drive technical activities for cGMP compliant manufacturing improvement Works with production personnel to establish or revise work instructions and procedures used in the production environment.
• Ensures timely completion of the tasks and support as assigned by management.
• Maintains awareness of current pharmaceutical manufacturing needs and standards and communicates possible programs/projects to achieve the goal of facility being a state-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing site.
• Coordinates activities of various vendors for projects to eliminate any potential conflict and assures that vendors comply with all the safety rules and regulations.
• Prepares URS, Risk Assessments, Safety Assessments associated with the support of and execution of projects.
• Prepares specifications for projects to include all dimensions, electrical, HVAC and mechanical considerations.
• Works effectively with Operations and Quality to ensure project results are compliant with site and industry regulations and guidelines.
• All employees are responsible for ensuring the compliance to company documents, programs and activities related

Skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

PLC programming (Siemens/Allen Bradley)

Job description

Job Summary

THIS JOB IS A FULL-TIME ONSITE POSITION, NO CONTRACT WORK AVAILABLE.

THIS JOB IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR VISA SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

Salary Range: $80,000 to $95,000

Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Our benefits and programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with company contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage

Responsibilities

The Manufacturing Engineer uses knowledge and technical expertise in support of daily operations within aseptic filling by defining, measuring, analyzing, coordinating, implementing and follow-up concerning projects and activities designed to increase or improve safety, quality, productivity, and/or capacity, all under guidance of Sr Engineers or Production Management. Applies accepted engineering practices and project management techniques to assigned daily tasks and projects. Analyze situations, break them down into key components and milestones, conduct fact-finding missions, provide detailed plans of action, and implement plans as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, develops systems to identify and measure key performance indicators (uptime, downtime, scrap, yield).
• Consults with Sr Engineers and peers to identify key site capacity constraints and provide timely solutions to resolve.
• Uses Lean tools to measure, understand, and improve process variability and efficiency.
• With general guidance manages related capital projects adhering to budget and schedule constraints.
• Provides on-going technical support for manufacturing operations in aseptic filling.
• Analyzes daily production and processing problems, identifies and implement shop-floor continuous improvement projects.
• Establishes engineering tracking tools and enforce their usage through fact driven communication between all stakeholders (e.g., operations, maintenance, quality, engineering, technology center, suppliers, etc.).
• Coordinates maintenance and drive technical activities for cGMP compliant manufacturing improvement Works with production personnel to establish or revise work instructions and procedures used in the production environment.
• Ensures timely completion of the tasks and support as assigned by management.
• Maintains awareness of current pharmaceutical manufacturing needs and standards and communicates possible programs/projects to achieve the goal of facility being a state-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing site.
• Coordinates activities of various vendors for projects to eliminate any potential conflict and assures that vendors comply with all the safety rules and regulations.
• Prepares URS, Risk Assessments, Safety Assessments associated with the support of and execution of projects.
• Prepares specifications for projects to include all dimensions, electrical, HVAC and mechanical considerations.
• Works effectively with Operations and Quality to ensure project results are compliant with site and industry regulations and guidelines.
• All employees are responsible for ensuring the compliance to company documents, programs and activities related

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Automation, Controls, Computer, Mechanical, etc.).
• 1-3 years plant manufacturing experience.
• Understanding of control systems and PLC programming of highly automated manufacturing technologies (Siemens/Allen Bradley).
• Ability to coordinate and support contractors or team members as assigned.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (technical writing and presentation)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or SolidWorks preferred.
• Must be able to work independently and set priorities.

The Company’s primary business language is English. The successful candidate must be able to effectively speak, read, write, and understand English to perform the essential functions of the position, including independently understanding policies, procedures, training materials, and workplace communications written in English due to our heavily regulated work environment.

Additional Information

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program.

Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanent employment arrangement. All employment is at‑will, meaning both the employee and Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.