Process Engineer

Day Process Engineer
AMC20747
Contract – 11 months
On site Cork
Monday - Friday 8.30am – 5pm


We’re currently recruiting for an exciting Day Process Engineer contract opportunity with an award winning Biopharmaceutical organisation based in Cork.

If you have at least five years experience working in GMP operations including working on process equipment, project management and lean six sigma experience this could be the perfect role for you!


The role:

• Acting as a Processing Equipment SME you will be providing engineering support to the Vaccine IPT(s).
• This includes trouble shooting, investigating and documenting process equipment issues that may have arisen on shift.
• The Day Process engineer will own all Quality and Safety investigations handed over from the shift. They will also own any resulting CAPAs relating to process equipment.
• They will identify and assist in the implement equipment process improvements and optimization opportunities.

• At least five years experience in GMP operations including process engineering experience
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies
• 3^rd level degree in Science or Engineering
• Project management experience
• Process Equipment expertise

• Lean Six Sigma black belt
• Masters in Engineering
• Project management qualifications
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Supervisory and leadership experience

• Process optimization: continually evaluate and optimize manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize costs. Analyze data, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and identify areas for improvement to achieve operational excellence.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving: Play a critical role in identifying and resolving issues in manufacturing processes. Analyze data, conduct root cause analysis, and develop and implement solutions to improve process performance and resolve bottlenecks.
• Process documentation: Responsible for creating and maintaining maintenance plans on SAP, and engineering standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process flow diagrams.
• Continuous improvement: actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, such as implementing automation, reducing cycle times, and enhancing product quality.
• Quality control: work closely with quality teams to ensure that manufacturing processes comply with quality standards and regulations. QN and CAPA owner. Conduct audits with the quality team to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Project management: Lead or participate in projects related to process improvement, new product introduction, cost reduction, or capacity expansion. Coordinate project activities, set timelines, allocate resources, and ensure successful project implementation.
• EHS: Works closely with the EHS teams to ensure EHS compliance. Completes EHS investigation, CAPA owner and is Standard Owner for SN25 Hot Work.