What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Engineer II position at Padagis LLC Opportunities?
We are seeking an experienced Production Engineer with a strong focus on Continuous Improvement to join our team in New Hope, MN. In this role, you will be focused on driving large-scale, strategic process improvement initiatives across the manufacturing network. This role encompasses leading cross-functional teams, advising on advanced engineering problems, and influencing broader organizational goals. Level 2 engineers are responsible for designing and executing high-impact projects, mentoring lower-level engineering staff, and contributing to long-term operational strategies.
Job duties:
Strategic Process Improvement Leadership
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Identify and analyze process inefficiencies in the production of bottled liquids, tablets, suppositories, and tubed products.
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Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), Master Batch Records (MBR’s), and Operations Manuals (Oms) to drive best practices across manufacturing lines.
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Actively participate in structured training programs focused on pharmaceutical production, lean tools, and continuous improvement methodologies.
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Lead large and complex continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
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Drive long-term operational improvements by identifying systemic inefficiencies and applying cutting-edge engineering and lean techniques.
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Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement overarching strategies for operational excellence.
Advancing Continuous Improvement Practices
- Utilize advanced tools such as Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to solve complex manufacturing challenges.
- Identify and execute cost-saving initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste, documenting measurable outcomes.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools, introducing new methodologies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Cross-Functional Leadership and Mentorship
- Mentor and coach junior engineers, ensuring skill development and long-term professional growth.
- Act as a key resource for problem-solving and decision-making, working alongside managers and department heads.
Innovation and Technology Integration
- Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, automation solutions, and best practices to enhance production efficiency.
- Collaborate with R&D and engineering departments to implement process innovations and scalable solutions for existing and new product lines.
KPI Tracking and Reporting
- Monitor, analyze, and report operational performance metrics to senior leadership.
- Develop dashboards and tools to track progress against organizational goals, including cost savings, quality improvements, and production efficiency milestones.
Project Management
- Work with multidisciplinary teams to execute high-complexity medium to large scale improvement projects.
- Track the progress and ensure timely delivery of assigned workstreams.
- Measure results and provide cost-benefit analysis of improvement initiatives.
Compliance and Documentation
- Maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), FDA standards, and other applicable regulations.
- Ensure accurate documentation of process adjustments, deviations, and corrective actions as required.
- Lead efforts to improve documentation and standard operating procedure (SOP) adherence.
- Support audits and regulatory inspections by presenting and explaining findings and implemented improvements.
- Ensure all collected and reported data complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and FDA regulatory standards.
- Complete assigned documentation tasks related to corrective actions, process changes, and improvement logs.
Production Support
- Collaborate with production teams to troubleshoot and resolve process-related issues in manufacturing.
- Assist in ensuring that all production lines meet quality, regulatory, and safety standards.
- Play an active role in reducing downtime, waste, and variation in processes while maintaining product quality.
- Engage with on-floor production teams to understand day-to-day challenges and provide input to improve efficiencies on a basic level.
- Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) guidance to set-up technicians and assist with training and troubleshooting activities in manufacturing.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (mechanical, chemical, industrial, electrical) or a related field.
- Five or more (5 ) years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) on manufacturing equipment.
- Strong track record of leading complex, high-impact projects.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership skills.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in productivity tools (Excel, SAP, statistical analysis tools, etc.)
Preferred qualifications:
- Production or manufacturing experience in pharmaceutical industry.
- Certification in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green Belt or equivalent).
Core competencies:
Since its beginning, Padagis has been undergoing the process of identifying what we believe will lead to the success of our organization in a competitive landscape. To that end, we have developed a set of five “core” competencies. We strive to bring employees on board the journey with us who exemplify these key competencies:
- Service delivery – Understand who your internal and external customers are, identify their needs, and deliver value above their expectations…
- Active collaboration – Seek opportunities to work together across teams, function, business units, and geographies to seek success…
- Demonstrate agility – Proactively identify changes in our environment and act quickly, leading or embracing change…
- Think differently – Create, develop, and implement new ideas, products, services, or processes that involve introducing something new or significantly improving something that already exists…
- Excellent execution – Achieve outstanding results in all aspects of our organization, including our culture, leadership, strategy, and processes…
About us:
At Padagis our focus is on health care products that improve people’s lives. We are a market-leading generic prescription pharmaceutical company that specializes in “extended topical” medications, like creams, foams, mousses, gels, liquids and inhalable products. It’s a great time to join our team because we have a high growth trajectory with now more than 1,300 employees across six locations in the United States and Israel. We’ve already established a successful track record of launching first-to-file and first-to-market generic pharmaceutical products that have helped to make prescription products more affordable for patients and reduce costs for the healthcare system. Our team members work in a dynamic environment where opportunity is built on a foundation of honesty and transparency. Please consider joining our team where great things are happening and you can make a difference.
What’s Next:
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