Lead Process Technician (3rd Shift)

Role Summary

The Lead Process Technician plays a critical role in the smooth operation of pharmaceutical packaging lines within a Lean environment. The role focuses on troubleshooting, diagnostics, and continuous improvement of both mechanical and highly automated packaging equipment to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and compliance with industry standards through proactive maintenance and technical excellence. You will establish and enhance operational processes using Lean principles and act as a subject matter expert, ensuring cleaning is completed within EHS and GMP requirements while maximizing production efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Troubleshooting & Diagnostics: Specialize in troubleshooting and diagnostics for a wide range of packaging equipment, including mechanical and highly automated systems such as fillers, pick & place robots, cartoners, case packers, labelers, and printers. Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering to prioritize work, reduce downtime, and improve line reliability.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively review equipment operation, identify deficiencies, and recommend improvements to increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and support Lean Manufacturing initiatives through leading and supporting key projects.
• Technical Advisory: Provide input on projects involving parts and material selection, documentation (OJT and SOP creation), testing, problem solving, maintenance requirements, project scope, and follow-up.
• Machine Changeovers: Provide technical support during machine change-overs for different package sizes and set up packaging lines to ensure smooth startups and increased production efficiency.
• Root Cause Analysis: Initiate and participate in Root Cause Analysis to address recurring issues and implement effective solutions.
• Training & Compliance: Provide training related to the maintenance and operation of mechanical and automated equipment, ensuring compliance with company standards, procedures, and government regulations (SOPs, GMPs, etc.).

Qualifications

• Preferred: Trade certification or degree in engineering, automation, or a related technical field.
• Preferred: 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment, especially with highly automated pharmaceutical equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and advanced troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Understanding of safety, compliance, and regulatory standards in pharmaceutical operations.
• Effective communication and team collaboration skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
• Production Floor presence and support for assigned shift.
• Able to perform other duties as required.