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Job Description - Process Engineer III (2507032658W)
Process Engineer III
This position reports to the Business Unit Manager and is based at Lititz, PA
Who we are
At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including Neutrogena, Aveeno, Tylenol, Listerine, Johnson’s and BAND-AID Brand Adhesive Bandages that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up of ~ 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours.
Role reports to: Business Unit Manager
Travel %: minimal
What you will do
- Process Engineer III is responsible for providing process engineering and controls support. Plans and conducts activities related to development of new processes including researching current and emerging technologies, evaluating process cost, quality, and capability alternatives, and performing process characterization and optimization using designed experiments, problem solving, and decision-making tools.
Key Responsibilities
- Designs comprehensive engineering activities to develop and implement effective, high quality processes, and design guidelines for dissemination throughout the division.
- Provides complex design reviews and feedback for improvements in manufacturability.
- Facilitates technology transfer from process development to commercial-sale processes for new product introductions, leads and coordinates all activities for modifications of existing processes, prepares process development protocols and coordinates all activities related to their execution.
- Leads cross functional teams to design and install multi-million-dollar capital projects primarily focused on new and upgraded projects throughout the facility, which may include packaging, manufacturing, and/or facilities equipment.
- Acts as a liaison with Engineering and Business Units on manufacturing capabilities of new products and/or new processes.
- Prepares process validation protocols and coordinates all activities related to their execution, including the preparation and approval of all related completion reports, prepares detailed process specifications, work instructions, and supports in equipment installation qualification activities for new equipment.
- Conceives, develops, and implements equipment, tooling, processes to improve efficiencies, increase productivity, and/or improve quality, follows, and observes all regulatory requirements applicable to the area of responsibility and complies with Kenvue Safety/Environmental Requirement and safe working conditions and practices.
- Analyzes new processes and equipment to achieve continuous improvement of present methods.
- Communicates and monitors process and material quality targets.
- Measures performance to targets and implements remedial measures as instructed.
- Develops process documentation and training materials for new processes, materials, and equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
What we are looking for
Required Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree with a focus on mechanical, chemical, industrial, or packaging engineering required.
- 4-6 years of related experience in the development of manufacturing processes/equipment is required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.
- Experience using Excel as an analytical tool and/or experience utilizing Minitab is required.
- Strong knowledge and skills in process development tools are required.
- Strong statistical and analytical skills are required.
- Excellent technical writing skills are required.
- Excellent interpersonal, influencing, communication, listening, negotiating, problem-solving, and decision-making skills are required.
Desired Qualifications
- A thorough understanding of line design flow principles and practices, lean manufacturing, and the ability to troubleshoot processes and equipment is highly preferred.
- Working knowledge of project management is preferred.
- Experience with Six Sigma/Process Excellence tools, training and/or certification is preferred.
- Experience with cost/benefit analysis is preferred.
What’s in it for you
- Competitive Total Rewards Package*
- Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
- Employee Resource Groups
*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits.