Position Summary
The Process Engineer I will help develop, configure and optimize manufacturing processes from inception through to start-up and validation (OTCs). They will collaborate with and support Compounding, Quality, and R&I on day-to-day operations.
The Process Engineer I will support process validation activities and act as a contributing liaison between R&I, Quality, and Compounding. This role is responsible for supporting pilots and the scale-up of first production batches of personal care, OTC, and Cosmetic products for BMSC. The candidate will support technical transfer projects and help facilitate technology transfer from R&I into Operations. This role will also assist with process optimization, batch sizing, and efficiency identification for ongoing production.
Responsibilities and Essential Duties
- Assist in the execution of pilot batches, supporting the transformation of lab-scale processes to large-scale compounding of personal care, OTC, and color cosmetic products.
- Document pilot batch observations, deviations, and outcomes to support scale-up decision-making and process development records.
- Provide Process Engineering support to initiate and sustain continuous improvement of products and processes.
- Assist with process development and troubleshooting during technology transfer with customers.
- Support efforts to reduce batch cycle times and improve tank turnover by observing production flow, identifying inefficiencies, and escalating improvement recommendations to senior engineers.
- Follow established in-process adjustment protocols for pH, viscosity, and specific gravity; train the compounding team on approved in-range adjustments per SOP and reinforce escalation criteria for conditions outside approved parameters that require Process Engineering or R&I involvement.
- Support establishment of best practices and innovative solutions to industrial processes — efficiency improvements, cost reduction, sustainability, and profitability.
- Identify and resolve process deviations and Bulk or Raw Material non-conformances.
- Write, review, and maintain Quality documents, forms and records in the Operations areas.
- Perform multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and manage time efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Off-shift support as needed.
Technical Skills Required
- Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to appropriately communicate sensitive information in timely manner to all levels of the organization.
- Effective communicator with training, facilitation and supervisory skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Foster collaboration and results oriented.
- Self-motivation and ability to work with people at all levels of the organization.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Software.
Experience Required
- Minimum 2 years in process engineering, compounding, or a related role in an FMCG, Cosmetic, Food, or Pharma environment.
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or equivalent scientific field.
- Familiarity with cGMP, preferably in an FDA-regulated environment.
- Experience with Processing requirements for Cosmetic and OTC products in line with cGMP and FDA 21 CFR 21 Part 210/211 procedures, and knowledge of Safety, and OSHA regulations.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to climb stairs, stand for periods of time and have the ability to bend, squat, kneel, turn, and stoop.
- Requires some walking, as well as sitting for periods of time.
- Physically able to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Frequent exposure to varying temperatures, loud noises, heavy machinery, fumes, or airborne particles, electrical, chemicals and moving parts.
- Occasional use of computer screen.