Process Engineer

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• This Position is a 2/2/3 PM shift schedule the hours are 7pm to 7am**
  
  

Position Title: Process Engineer I

Location: 3001 Red Lion Road, Philadelphia, PA 19114

Shift: 2/2/3 Shift, 7pm to 7am

Job Summary

PCI is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Process Engineer I to provide technical leadership in new product launches and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will focus on mitigating packaging issues, optimizing production processes, and supporting operational efficiency. This role will involve providing technical and operational support to production, maintenance, and support teams, particularly in the areas of process improvement, equipment modification, optimization, safety, and quality improvement. The Process Engineer I will utilize lean and six sigma techniques and demonstrate excellent organizational and leadership skills in managing projects, equipment needs, staffing projections, and line layout.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Engineering Review: Perform engineering reviews for new projects, considering equipment size, capability, and component specifications.

Process Design: Apply engineering principles to design new production lines, ensuring minimal defects (95%), low waste (<1%), and optimal throughput.

Customer & Internal Collaboration: Participate in customer meetings and internal reviews with plant operations, maintenance, quality, and purchasing teams.

Documentation: Prepare SOPs, line layouts, production diagrams, material flow and other necessary documentation. As well as standard work, work instructions and job aids.

Project Management: Lead project management for assigned projects using standardized methodologies, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.

Packaging Trends & Research: Research new trends in packaging, evaluating and testing new equipment and processes to drive innovation.

Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams on new equipment performance requirements and process improvements.

Continuous Improvement: Lead CAPA investigations, identify root causes for packaging issues, and drive corrective actions to improve throughput and quality.

Lean Six Sigma Methodology: Utilize DMAIC and other Lean Six Sigma techniques to improve processes, reduce waste, and optimize performance.

Performance Analysis: Measure, analyze, and lead initiatives to decrease variability and improve performance metrics in the production area.

Adherence to Compliance: Ensure compliance with PCI, cGMP, and GCP policies and procedures.

Overtime Flexibility: This role may require overtime and/or weekend work to meet business needs.

Other Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned by the Manager/Supervisor.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical, biomedical, packaging engineering, or a related field.
• 1-5 years of relevant experience or training.
• Strong mathematical and computer skills with proficiency in engineering tools.
• Excellent communication, report-writing, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret complex technical information and apply sound engineering principles.
  
  

Preferred

• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.
• Strong presentation skills for varying audiences.
• Creative thinking and innovation in process improvements.
• Ability to set and achieve challenging goals.
• Travel requirement: Less than 10%.
  
  

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity – at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.