Process Professional I

BioSpace; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and annual bonus

Health, dental, vision insurance from‑

14 paid holidays

Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution with a

Parental & family leave

Tuition assistance

Life & disability insurance

Employee referral awards

Access to Novo Nordisk products

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is seeking a Manufacturing/Process Engineer in Durham, NC to support operations, analyze deviations, and implement continuous improvements. The role requires collaboration with production and QA, and effective training of junior staff.

Candidates should have a degree in engineering or related field and manufacturing experience, preferably in pharma, with GMP knowledge. The position offers comprehensive benefits, a strong 401(k) plan, parental leave, and opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology or related field from an accredited university.
• GMP knowledge required; experience in a pharmaceutical environment preferred.
• Exposure to regulatory audits/inspections is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with production and QA to provide in depth deviation investigations and root cause analysis.
• Drive continuous improvements via Lean tools.
• Provide training on process and procedure changes.
• Identify and implement process needs and improvement opportunities for routine to moderate complexity issues.
• Responsible for collection of data for periodic reviews and reporting.
• Follow all safety and environmental requirements in the performance of duties.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Excellent written communication

Data analysis

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/technology or related field

Associate’s degree with 2+ years manufacturing experience

High School Diploma with 4+ years manufacturing experience

Tools

SAP

PAS-X

Job description

About The Department

For more than 100 years, Novo Nordisk has been tackling the unmet medical needs of people living with serious chronic diseases, such as diabetes & obesity. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

About The Department

In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our Emerging Technologies -Solid Dosage Forms US facility in Durham, NC is a 194,000 square foot tableting and packaging facility that supports the production of our innovative oral treatments for patients with type 2 diabetes. SDF maintains a curious and pioneering spirit, harmonious with our growing pipeline of new products and emerging technologies.

What We Offer You

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards
• At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Support people, equipment and processes for our operations areas to meet business and regulatory requirements. Provide process solutions for routine to moderate complexity issues. Support training for junior team members.

Relationships

Reports to Manager.

Essential Functions

• Work with production and QA to provide in depth deviation investigations and root cause analysis
• Drive continuous improvements via Lean tools
• Provide training on process and procedure changes
• Identify and implement process needs and improvement opportunities for routine to moderate complexity issues
• Responsible for collection of data for periodic reviews and reporting
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties

Other Accountabilities, As Assigned

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 20% of the time (% can change on a case-by-case basis based on the role).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (engineering, technology or related field of study preferred) from an accredited university required
• May consider an Associate’s degree from an accredited university with a minimum of two (2) years of manufacturing experience required
• May consider a High School Diploma (GED) with a minimum four (4) years of manufacturing experience required
• Minimum of one (1) year of manufacturing experience preferred, preferably in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment

Excellent Written Communication Skills Required

GMP knowledge required

Preferred Qualifications

Basic investigation and systematic problem-solving experience required

Manufacturing Experience Preferred

• General knowledge of change control and Quality Management System (QMS) systems preferred
• Relevant electronic manufacturing system experience preferred (ex: SAP, PAS-X, etc)
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning methodologies and ability to use multiple methods to train others preferred
• Exposure to regulatory audits/inspections a plus

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long‑term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.