Process Engineer / SF13 Job in San Fernando 91340, California Us
Pharmavite is a leading and growing US manufacturer, marketer, and retailer of quality vitamins, mineral and herbal supplements both domestically and internationally with a strong portfolio of brands such as Nature Made, (Cholestoff, Triple Flex, and SAM-e Complete), and SOYJOY. With over 30 years as a major force in the nutritional supplement business, Pharmavite was built on the premise of producing the highest quality nutritional products in the country and operates one of the most sophisticated, state-of-the art research and development facilities in the industry.
Position Description:
Pharmavite is a leading and growing US manufacturer, marketer, and retailer of quality vitamins, mineral and herbal supplements both domestically and internationally with a strong portfolio of brands such as Nature Made, SAM-e Complete, and SOYJOY. With over 35 years as a major force in the nutritional supplement business, Pharmavite was built on the premise of producing the highest quality nutritional products in the country and operates one of the most sophisticated, state-of-the art research and development facilities in the industry.
As a member of the Pharmavite team, employees enjoy competitive salaries and an exceptional benefits package featuring medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, and long term disability coverage. In addition, employees enjoy educational assistance, credit union membership, substantial discounts on our products, 11 paid holidays per year.
We currently are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and innovative Process Engineer. This key position will be based in our manufacturing facilities in San Fernando, CA (So. CA).
Position Summary:
Provides effective and functional technical support for all dosage forms for Product and Process optimization. Provides technical expertise to Manufacturing and Product Development to assure the smooth and timely transfer of technology.
Responsibilities:
- Develops process improvements related to all dosage forms and/or delivery systems.
- Prepares, reviews and/or approve technical documents to include but not limited to: Technical Reports, SOP's, Master Batch Records (MBR's), Change Controls, Cost Quotes, Product and Process Verification/Validation Protocols, PPV Summary Reports and Stability Protocols.
- Troubleshoots and investigates manufacturing problems, monitors the processes and optimizes formulations and/or processes as required.
- Maintains awareness of current developments in the functional discipline. Develops a network of outside contacts such as vendors, consultants, educators and appropriate continuing education courses.
- Reviews current and new processes; applies state-of-the art technology to our processes.
- Recommends, justifies, demonstrates and implements new manufacturing technologies as they become available.
- Maintains documentation on all projects and submit written reports in a timely fashion.
- Interfaces with other operating units within and outside the department. Presents ideas and suggestions for product and/or process, equipment improvements, improved Laboratory, Pilot Plant and Manufacturing operations.
- Trains Technical Operations, Product Development and Manufacturing staff on new processes and/or equipment technologies.
- Ensures efficient operations in assigned project areas in accordance with Pharmavite Safety Requirements, SOP's and GMP's. Ensures functional operation and preventative maintenance of equipment to reduce/eliminate accidental injury.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Requires a four year college or university degree or its equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or relevant Engineering or Science degree.
Experience:
Requires two to four years industry (preferably in pharmaceutical, nutritional, food or other consumer packaged goods) experience in manufacturing technical support and/or process/product development, Quality Engineering and/or testing.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Comprehensive knowledge of product and process development, manufacturing equipment, processing/testing laboratory techniques and regulatory requirements.
- A firm foundation in chemistry, mathematics, pharmaceutics and/or food science.
- Well developed oral and written communication skills.
- Effective organizational and supervisory skills.
- The ability to make presentations and recommendations in the area of responsibility.
Physical Requirements:
Manufacturing and general office environment.
Environment:
Exposure to disagreeable elements is negligible. Frequent work in Pilot Plant and Production facilities.
Safety:
The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others.
Supervisory Responsibility:
Guides and assigns the work of Technicians.
Pharmavite is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V
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