Process Engineer

Pharmavite; San Fernando (CA); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 133 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Pharmavite seeks a Process Engineer to optimize dosage forms, establish process controls, and provide cross-functional technical support. The role emphasizes data-driven improvements and alignment with GMP standards to maximize product reliability and customer value.

You will develop process understanding, lead CAPAs, and participate in QCRs and validation protocols, while collaborating with manufacturing, QA, and facilities teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 4-6 years in relevant industry with at least two years in pharma/nutrition/CPG.
• 1-3 years in manufacturing technical support or process/product development/quality engineering/testing.

Responsabilités

• Optimize products and processes; establish guardrails for repeatability.
• Prepare and review technical docs (MBRs, QC reports, SOPs, change controls).
• Support FAT/SAT/PQ, IQ/OQ activities and equipment qualification.
• Lead cross-functional teams to drive improvements and maintain GMP compliance.

Connaissances

Process development

Regulatory knowledge

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering or related

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer

Certified Packaging Professional / Six Sigma (plus)

Outils

DOE

QbD

GMP knowledge

Description du poste

## Process EngineerApply: Onsite: San Fernando, CA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R13165**HELP US BRING THE GIFT OF HEALTH TO LIFE.** Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry. Consumer-driven innovation, high quality products and a promising portfolio, all driven by a team with a shared sense of purpose -- that's Pharmavite. Join us to bring the gift of health to life.**This role is not available for any form of immigration sponsorship or support, including completion of the Form I-983 training plan required for STEM OPT.****Position Summary** Optimizes products and processes by establishing process capabilities and controls and ensures adherence to standards through continuous verification. Leads site functional technical support for assigned dosage form as it relates to finding and implementing creative solutions that maximize value to our customers. Establishes specifications and appropriate process guardrails to ensure delivery of a reliable and repeatable process to Operations. Leverages data and an analytical mindset to draw insights on our products and champions change across our supply chain. **Key Responsibilities*** Demonstrates a high level of understanding for assigned dosage form and is capable of influencing internal and external groups to make improvements.* Develops a high level of process understanding and capability for assigned dosage form, establishes appropriate level of controls for repeatability and works to continuously optimize the product or process to maximize customer value.* Uses problem-solving skills to identify root cause and implement short- and long-term corrective actions related to improving the reliability of our products or processes.* Supports periodic review of our products and processes by collecting data, analyzing it, and making and implementing recommendations related to improvements.* Prepares, reviews, and/or approves technical documents, including but not limited to Quality Change Requests (QCRs), Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), Technical Reports, SOPs, Master Batch Records (MBRs), Change Controls, Cost Quotes, Product and Process Verification/Validation Protocols, Final Summary Reports (PV, Confirmation Batches), Cleaning Validations (CV), and Stability Protocols.* Performs equipment testing and qualification as required. Will support the following: Factory Acceptance Test (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and Performance Qualification (PQ), will also require participation in Installation Qualification (IQ) and Operational Qualification (OQ) activities* Serves on cross-functional teams and leads initiatives to address specific problems and facilitates discussion and research, enabling manufacturing and packaging operations to become more efficient, while also building and enhancing interdepartmental relationships.* Ensures efficient operations in assigned project areas in accordance with Pharmavite Safety Requirements, SOPs, and GMPs. Ensures functional operation and preventative maintenance of equipment to reduce/eliminate accidental injury.**Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience - Industrial, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, Food Science, or a related scientific field; equivalent directly related experience may be considered.* 4-6 years related experience with at least two years of industry (preferably in pharmaceutical, nutritional, food, or other consumer-packaged goods) experience.* 1-3 years related experience in manufacturing technical support and/or process/product development, Quality Engineering and/or testing.* ASQ Certified Quality Engineer. Certified Packaging Professional, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other related problem-solving tools is a plus.**Knowledge, Skills & Competencies*** Comprehensive knowledge of product and process development, manufacturing/packaging equipment, processing/testing laboratory techniques, and regulatory requirements.* Well-developed oral and written communication skills.* Use of hand-held data collection devices and instrumentation.* Results-oriented and able to effectively organize and develop plans, prioritize and execute actions.* The ability to make presentations and recommendations in assigned area.* Understanding of Lean concepts and application of DOE and QbD are a plus.**Physical or Work Requirements*** Splits time between office-based work and manufacturing or operational environments.* Employees are required to use computers and attend meetings while also regularly walking in production areas, climbing stairs or platforms, wearing PPE in operational spaces, and occasionally lifting or moving light materials or equipment.* Work may occur in environments with manufacturing noise, moving equipment, temperature variation, or other operational conditions requiring safety precautions.**Travel*** Up to 20% of total travel, including routine travel to support other locations and additional travel for special or new projects.**OUR OFFER** Here, career paths aren't predefined, and bureaucratic limitations don't exist -- you have the opportunity to grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to. Pharmavite is investing more in the development of our team -- to help us deliver on our purpose and help you achieve your career aspirations. Our environment is geared to fuel curiosity, encourage experimentation, and generate learning as this is the way we develop ourselves and our organization. Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being -- as well as peace of mind. These rewards -- plus our new recognition program -- ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.National Target Base Pay Range: **(min) $80,000 - (mid) $106,000 - (max) $133,000**. The salary range for this position is based on national standards. For candidates in California and New York metro the Target Base Pay Range is **(min) $88,000 - (mid) $117,000 - (max) $146,000** to reflect the cost of living and market conditions in those areas. Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications, and job-related skills. It is not typical for an individual to be hired above the midpoint of the range for their role, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws. Base pay is only one component of our total rewards offerings, and we will take the full offering into consideration when presenting an offer of employment. Our total rewards package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) match, and other wellness benefits. Pharmavite provides compensation for all overtime hours worked by non-exempt (hourly) employees in accordance with state and federal law. The need to work overtime hours will be determined by management, based on customer and business necessity to meet the needs of our business, Pharmavite may require employees to work overtime. Voluntary overtime requested by non-exempt employees must be approved in advance by the employee’s supervisor. Visit Pharmavite.com/careers to learn more about our mission and discover an opportunity that's right for you. Health and wellness begins with us.Visit Pharmavite.com/careers to learn more about our mission and discover an opportunity that's right for you. Health and wellness begins with us.Pharmavite is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit employment discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, and any other basis protected by state and federal law. Pharmavite recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals solely based on job-related qualifications and abilities.Pharmavite also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation to complete the application process, please email [e-mail].*Disclaimer* The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.**CALIFORNIA FAIR CHANCE ACT:**Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.**JOB ALERT FRAUD:**We have become aware of scams from individuals, organizations, and internet sites claiming to represent Pharmavite in recruitment activities in return for disclosing financial information.Our hiring process does not include text-based conversations or interviews and never requires payment or fees from job applicants. All of our career opportunities are regularly published and updated on Pharmavite.com’s Careers section.If you have already provided your personal information, please report it to your local authorities. Any fraudulent activity should be reported to: [e-mail].**DISCLOSURE:****Any misrepresentations or false statements during the application process, including regarding U.S. work authorization and/or the need for immigration sponsorship or support, may result in the rejection of candidacy or the termination of employment.**