Process Engineer
Perrigo Company plc
2 hours ago
On-site
Covington, OH
Operations
Process Engineer (Perrigo Covington, Ohio Plant)
Responsibilities
- Review prior 24-hour production data across designated work centers; proactively address urgent business needs to minimize disruption and protect throughput.
- Lead troubleshooting efforts, including technical issue resolution, vendor engagement, and Gemba floor support.
- Track and analyze area performance metrics (efficiency, downtime, Pareto trends) using work center data systems.
- Monitor implemented changes to validate performance impact and ensure expected ROI is achieved.
- Lead and coordinate continuous improvement initiatives aligned to Zero Loss Mentality and the Perrigo Work System.
- Drive waste reduction and operational capability improvements through structured process optimization.
- Partner cross-functionally to prioritize and execute high-impact improvement projects.
- Utilize DMAIC to identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Serve as technical expert for equipment and associated technologies.
- Provide training and technical guidance for Operations and cross-functional support teams in collaboration with Technical Services.
- Apply engineering principles to solve complex technical challenges.
- Ensure operations remain compliant with applicable regulations (Safety, cGMP, Site Quality, Environmental sustainability).
- Provide engineering support for capital improvement and direct replacement projects.
- Develop project scopes (cost estimates, economic justifications, and capital appropriation documentation) for leadership approval.
- Lead equipment installation and process improvement efforts.
- Support validation activities (IQ, OQ, PQ) and vertical startup.
- Serve as project manager coordinating consultants, contractors, and multiple departments.
Qualifications (Required/Preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (required); Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Engineering Management (preferred).
- Demonstrated experience supporting automated spray dryer operations (preferred/role-relevant): cyclones, baghouses, fluid beds, inlet and outlet air controls.
- Strong foundation in engineering principles, theories, and applied equipment operations.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, flowcharts, and system design documentation.
- Proven experience applying Lean and Six Sigma to drive measurable improvement.
- Ability to perform cost analyses and exercise prudent financial judgment.
- Demonstrated initiative leading projects aligned to operational goals.
- PLC controls and automation troubleshooting (preferred).
- Experience in FDA-regulated, current GMP environments (preferred).
- Hands-on knowledge of production operations and associated control systems (preferred).
- Proven project management experience installing/upgrading production equipment.
- Proficiency with CAD software.
- Experience reading/interpreting P&ID.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, benefits for you and your family, and career development opportunities (including Total Rewards information).
Application Instructions
- Click the APPLY button at the bottom of the application to apply; the SAVE button will not submit your application.
Responsibilities
- Review prior 24-hour production data across designated work centers; proactively address urgent business needs to minimize disruption and protect throughput.
- Lead troubleshooting efforts, including technical issue resolution, vendor engagement, and Gemba floor support.
- Track and analyze area performance metrics (efficiency, downtime, Pareto trends) using work center data systems.
- Monitor implemented changes to validate performance impact and ensure expected ROI is achieved.
- Lead and coordinate continuous improvement initiatives aligned to Zero Loss Mentality and the Perrigo Work System.
- Drive waste reduction and operational capability improvements through structured process optimization.
- Partner cross-functionally to prioritize and execute high-impact improvement projects.
- Utilize DMAIC to identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Serve as technical expert for equipment and associated technologies.
- Provide training and technical guidance for Operations and cross-functional support teams in collaboration with Technical Services.
- Apply engineering principles to solve complex technical challenges.
- Ensure operations remain compliant with applicable regulations (Safety, cGMP, Site Quality, Environmental sustainability).
- Provide engineering support for capital improvement and direct replacement projects.
- Develop project scopes (cost estimates, economic justifications, and capital appropriation documentation) for leadership approval.
- Lead equipment installation and process improvement efforts.
- Support validation activities (IQ, OQ, PQ) and vertical startup.
- Serve as project manager coordinating consultants, contractors, and multiple departments.
Qualifications (Required/Preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (required); Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Engineering Management (preferred).
- Demonstrated experience supporting automated spray dryer operations (preferred/role-relevant): cyclones, baghouses, fluid beds, inlet and outlet air controls.
- Strong foundation in engineering principles, theories, and applied equipment operations.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, flowcharts, and system design documentation.
- Proven experience applying Lean and Six Sigma to drive measurable improvement.
- Ability to perform cost analyses and exercise prudent financial judgment.
- Demonstrated initiative leading projects aligned to operational goals.
- PLC controls and automation troubleshooting (preferred).
- Experience in FDA-regulated, current GMP environments (preferred).
- Hands-on knowledge of production operations and associated control systems (preferred).
- Proven project management experience installing/upgrading production equipment.
- Proficiency with CAD software.
- Experience reading/interpreting P&ID.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, benefits for you and your family, and career development opportunities (including Total Rewards information).
Application Instructions
- Click the APPLY button at the bottom of the application to apply; the SAVE button will not submit your application.