Manufacturing Process Engineer

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to enhance GMP operations in a diverse environment. This role focuses on compliance, quality, and innovation within the formulation and filling process. Competitive medical benefits and a supportive culture for volunteerism make GRAM an exceptional employer.

Benefits

Medical benefits starting day 1

16 hours of paid volunteer time per year

Up to 17 days of PTO per year

Wellness time off for every 30 hours worked

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Available for off-shift and on-call work.

Responsibilities

• Execute actions from Change Control and CA/PA projects.
• Analyze data sets and generate applicable reports.
• Participate in process optimization and troubleshooting.

Skills

Problem solving

Collaboration

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Description

Quality, Service, Collaboration, Courage. Do you exhibit these values and wish to be around others that do too? Are you interested in making a difference in your community and the world? Are you looking for a place where you can grow and learn in a diverse, community-minded culture? If these statements resonate with you, Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) welcomes you to apply to join our community of dedicated individuals improving lives every day.

Overview of this Position:

The Manufacturing Process Engineer executes technical tasks for GMP Manufacturing Operations in a multi-product, Formulation/Fill CMO facility including activities related to compliance, quality, targeted innovation, and plant performance and success. The MPE Contributes to solution strategies for new technical problems encountered during Aseptic Filling and Formulation/Prep.This is an on-site role with off-shift on-call requirements at times.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, automation, or life sciences OR equivalent work experience.
• Prior education and relevant engineering experience: Master’s degree with 1 year of relevant experience; or Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience; or 7 years of relevant training and/or experience.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Available for off-shift and/or on-call work, as needed.

Preferred Requirements:

• 3 years in a production engineering role, or 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or a laboratory environment.
• Previous experience in a CMO and/or sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Execute actions from Change Control and CA/PA projects for the manufacturing/finishing department.
• Assess, evaluate, and provide corrective actions for cGMP discrepancies.
• Assist with batch process data, analyze data set, and generate applicable report.
• Develop expertise to ensure equipment in functional area is maintained and operational. Work hands on with advanced aseptic fill/finish technologies with some flexibility for on-site support during critical operations.
• Execute minor preventative maintenance (PM) activities. Provide support for more advanced PMs executed by the maintenance department and outside vendors.
• Participate in process optimization and troubleshooting efforts for production equipment and software.
• Communicate with leadership on solutions that minimize human error, mechanical failure, environmental contamination, and procedural deviation.
• Support process and plant improvements to increase efficiency and manage costs.
• Update SOPs and forms to improve processes.
• Effectively collaborate with manufacturing, quality assurance, facility engineers, MSAT, microbiologists, project managers, and senior management team.
• Provide guidance to facility engineering and validation during upgrades of clean room spaces and utilities.
• Take corrective action by thinking creatively, solving problems, and develop innovative solutions based on sound science and engineering analysis.
• Execute assignments as directed to support multi-shift operations, training, and testing.

Full job description available during formal interview process.

What Sets GRAM Apart from Other Employers:

MEDICAL BENEFITS starting day 1: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits are available to you and your family on your first day of work, with the company paying for 75% of the cost! Once eligible for the 401(k) program, all your contributions are immediately 100% vested, and you are immediately vested in GRAM contributions as well. We also offer generous off-shift premiums!

Paid VOLUNTEERISM starting day 1: GRAM encourages giving back to our community by offering 16 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year!

PTO: Full-time employees accrue up to 17 days of time off per calendar year. You choose how to use this time for your vacation, sick, or mental health needs!

PTO: Full-time employees accrue up to 13 days of time off per calendar year. You choose how to use this time for your vacation, sick, or mental health needs!

WELLNESS TIME OFF: Employees earn 1 hour of time off for every 30 hours worked to use how you choose.

PAY: Depends on Experience and is discussed during the interview process.

If you meet the required criteria listed above, GRAM welcomes you to apply today!