Pharma Packaging Continuous Improvement Lead

Nutra-Med Packaging LLC; Whippany (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutra-Med Packaging LLC is seeking a Data-driven Continuous Improvement Engineer to advance operational excellence in pharmaceutical packaging. The role emphasizes Lean methods, 5S, and visual management to boost productivity, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction on the production floor.

You will lead cross-functional projects, analyze workflows, develop dashboards, and drive CAPA and SMED initiatives while ensuring cGMP and FDA compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 5-7 years of experience in continuous improvement or process engineering in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher
• Strong knowledge of cGMP and FDA regulations
• Proficiency with Excel, Minitab, and Power BI
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and facilitation skills
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across packaging operations using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and 5S methodologies.
• Drive 5S implementation and sustainment for workplace organization, standardization, and visual controls.
• Develop and implement visual management systems (dashboards, production boards) to track performance.
• Analyze production workflows, equipment performance, and material flow to identify bottlenecks and opportunities.
• Facilitate value stream mapping and process mapping to optimize end-to-end operations.
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to implement sustainable solutions.
• Apply root cause analysis tools (5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams) and lead CAPA actions.
• Develop, track, and report KPIs to measure improvement effectiveness.
• Support standard work development, line balancing, and process standardization.
• Identify and implement waste reduction initiatives (scrap, rework, downtime, changeover).
• Lead SMED and setup reduction projects to improve uptime and flexibility.
• Promote continuous improvement through training, coaching, and engagement.
• Ensure improvement activities comply with cGMP, FDA, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and present project updates and metrics to senior leadership

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

5S

Visual management

Cross-functional leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

Minitab

Power BI

Job description

Nutra-Med Packaging LLC is seeking a Data-driven Continuous Improvement Engineer to advance operational excellence in pharmaceutical packaging. The role emphasizes Lean methods, 5S, and visual management to boost productivity, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction on the production floor.

You will lead cross-functional projects, analyze workflows, develop dashboards, and drive CAPA and SMED initiatives while ensuring cGMP and FDA compliance.