Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing/Industrial Engineer
Contract Duration 12 Months

Essential Job Functions:
Manufacturing Engineer engages in problem solving and performance management within the business area the team leader is responsible for
Assists Supervisor to maintain workflow in department
Provides training for new personnel as needed
Maintains high-quality work environment by sharing knowledge and experiences so team members are motivated to perform at their highest level
Keeps supervisor informed of potential and/or existing concerns
Leads by example in performing core manufacturing job elements by meeting or exceeding performance expectations, following health and safety guidelines, job accuracy, and following company and regulatory requirements.
Participates in and supports the development and implementation of process improvement projects including test cycles to challenge current practices, improve system efficiency, enhance customer service, and maintain compliance
Manufacturing Engineer will troubleshoot problems within the department - including root cause analysis and development of solutions to avoid future occurrences
Demonstrates working knowledge of department operating systems.
Maintains orders, work areas and stock locations in a safe, clean, and organized manner.
Reports unsafe or potentially unsafe hazards to any member of management
Miscellaneous duties and tasks as assigned
Exemplary attendance and adherence to schedule

Education:
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Associate or technical degree preferred.

Work Experience:
1-3 years of working in a similar environment preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:
Ability to operate powered industrial equipment, Reactor systems, Industrial centrifuges and dryers, Ion exchange columns, and DCS systems. SAP, Word, Excel, Access, experience a plus.
Knowledge of product flow throughout the manufacturing process.
Ability to effectively communicate in a professional manner with all levels of staff both orally and written.
Ability to work in a group setting.
Ability to demonstrate attention to detail.
Ability to work quickly and adjust to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated problem-solving and team building skills with the ability to work with a diverse group of people.

Additional Local Needs:
Production Shift work could include: 12 hour shifts, night schedules with competitive shift differential, and/or rotating shifts working during various days of the week
Requires the ability to lift and carry up to 55 pounds while wearing personal protective equipment, including respirators, for an extended time. Ability to move 300+ pound drums of material, assists available as needed
Customer interaction potential elevates the responsibilities of this position

Environmental Conditions:
General Office Environment: Noise level in office environment is generally quiet.
Manufacturing Environment:
Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. Is regularly required to wear appropriate protective gear, (hard hats, glasses/goggles, chemical resistant suits, gloves, safety shoes, respirator) and other personal protection equipment "PPE" to protect themselves from toxic or corrosive chemicals in the forms of liquids, solids, vapors or airborne particles. The work area may occasionally be wet, humid, abnormally hot or cold.

Physical Requirements:
If performing office duties: Employee is required to sit, stand, hear, and use hands to operate all office equipment.
Employee must view computer monitors for long periods of time. Vision requirements are close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Employee occasionally will be required to lift, generally no more than 55 pounds.

If performing warehouse/distribution duties:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach above the shoulder, stoop, kneel, twist, or crouch for long periods of time. The employee must be able to talk, hear, taste and smell.
The employee must regularly lift 55 pounds and/or move 300+ pounds without additional employee assistance.
Employee may be required to move more than 300+ pounds with assistance.
Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Regularly uses manufacturing equipment, powered industrial equipment, phones, computers, computer monitors and all office/laboratory equipment.

Benefits:
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401k Retirement Fund

About The Company:
Our client aspires to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company by using the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world. For more than 130 years, they have brought hope to humanity by developing important medicines and vaccines. Today, they are at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals. Our client fosters a diverse and inclusive global workforce and operates responsibly every day to enable a safe, sustainable, and healthy future for all people and communities.