Process Engineer at Veraz Inc

Wayne State University; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State University seeks a detail-oriented Process Engineer to support and optimise packaging, labelling, storage, distribution, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive efficient, compliant production processes in a fast-paced pharma/biotech environment.

This position offers independence while contributing to site-wide operational excellence, including production planning, deviation investigations, equipment qualification, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; Mechanical or Electrical preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of process/manufacturing engineering experience in pharma/biotech/GMP.
• Master's degree may substitute for work experience.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support safety by addressing potential safety concerns.
• Plan, prepare, and execute packaging production schedules.
• Lead operational excellence initiatives across the department.
• Lead cross-functional investigations into deviations and CAPAs.
• Perform root cause analyses for safety, quality and delivery events.
• Generate and close deviations and complaints per cGMP.
• Create, revise and improve SOPs and training materials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain alignment.
• Drive process optimisation, cost reduction, and innovation.
• Support development and qualification of packaging and labelling equipment.
• Monitor KPIs and implement data-driven improvements.
• Support client audits and act as SME for equipment systems.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical

Organisational

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering (may be considered in place of experience)

Job description

Process Engineer- San Diego(CA), Jersey City(NJ), Dallas(TX)

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Process Engineer to support and optimise operations across packaging, labelling, storage, distribution, and continuous improvement initiatives. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficient, compliant, and high-quality production processes within a fast-paced pharmaceutical/biotechnology environment.

This position offers the opportunity to work independently while contributing to site-wide operational excellence initiatives. You will play a key role in production planning, process optimisation, deviation investigations, equipment qualification, and continuous improvement efforts that directly impact product quality, operational reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Support a safe working environment by proactively identifying and addressing potential safety concerns.
• Assist in planning, preparing, and executing Traditional and FastChain production schedules to ensure timely packaging and delivery.
• Lead and support operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives across the department and site.
• Participate in or lead cross-functional investigations related to deviations and complaints, identifying root causes and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Conduct root cause analyses for safety, quality, and delivery events while resolving production-related issues.
• Generate, investigate, and close deviations and product-related complaints in compliance with cGMP requirements.
• Create, revise, and improve SOPs, work instructions, and training materials to ensure operational consistency and compliance.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to maintain alignment and support seamless operations.
• Drive process optimisation, cost reduction, and innovation through the implementation of new technologies, best practices, and operational learnings.
• Support the development, validation, qualification, and optimisation of packaging and labelling equipment and processes.
• Monitor and analyse labelling, packaging, and distribution KPIs and implement data-driven improvements to enhance operational performance.
• Support client audits and serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for equipment and operational systems.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred).
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in process engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related role within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or GMP-regulated industry.
• A master’s degree in Engineering may be considered in place of prior experience.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Experience working in GMP-regulated manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical or clinical packaging and supply chain operations.
• Experience with process validation, equipment qualification, and deviation investigations.