18020964 – Process Engineer – Athlone Contractor

This role is a 12 month contract with a view to extension.

Purpose

A Manufacturing Engineer is required to work on-site with a large biopharmaceutical facility in Athlone. The chosen candidate will be working with and supporting other team members on the entire process to improve yield, and productivity and ensure production targets are met will be involved in ongoing and new projects and new product introduction activities.

Responsibilities

• Involvement/leading process improvement projects as directed.

• Practical problem-solving and root case analysis.

• Process parameter monitoring and control, yield analysis.

• Follow through on actions logs, project milestones, and presentations.

• Look for new innovative technologies.

• Build a deep understanding of process variables.

• Daily, weekly & monthly reporting of product and process metrics.

• Work with quality management systems, process change management, ISO, FMEA, risk assessment, and standard work documents.

Requirements

• Appropriate Engineering qualification. Ideally Chemical, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Material Engineering degree, NFQ Level 8 or higher.

• Knowledge of Six Sigma and lean systems is an advantage.

• IT literacy will ideally include SQL databases and Minitab.

• Some experience in pharmaceutical processes is an advantage, particularly in a Biologics facility.

• The candidate should be able to examine data to grasp issues, draw conclusions, and solve problems.

• Ability to make informed and timely decisions that take into account the facts, goals, constraints, and risks associated.

• A team player with a can-do, pro-active attitude and a passion for improvement.