Engineer III, Production Technical

Shiseido•East Windsor, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineer III, Production Technical is responsible for managing projects to improve production processes using machines and technology or through improved methods. This position is part of the new products and processes development team, responsible for establishing the filling and assembly process requirements from development through production validation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, or industrial management.
5+ years of experience in Production operation in Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals or Consumer Goods companies.
Knowledge of filling and assembly processes and high-speed machines.
Ability to interpret process documentation and develop full-scale processes.
Understanding of GMP manufacturing.
Packaging experience.
Demonstrated team and individual leadership skills such as decision making, goal setting, problem solving, negotiating, analytical and team building skills promoting positive attitudes and achievements.
Ability to work in an agile, dynamic, team-oriented environment meeting mission-critical requirements and making decisions.
Excellence in communication skills for negotiating, presenting, and resolving complex issues.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt at minimum.
Experience leading Kaizen events.
Experience with TPM Management System (Total Productivity Management).
General knowledge of plant quality systems including quality control, non-conformances, preventative maintenance, calibration, document, and data control processes.
Experience leading or supporting capital projects and line qualifications.
Proficient in Word, Excel, AutoCAD, Microsoft Project and SAP.

Nice To Haves

Experience with lipstick technology.
Hands-on experience sourcing and purchasing manufacturing equipment & FAT/SAT.

Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with Packaging and Research & Development teams to develop and design the filling and assembly process.
Study existing equipment and processes with a continuous improvement focus and prepare proposals for modification and investment.
Create production labor standards for all new products.
Plan and perform product testing and validation on the factory floor in collaboration with operations and maintenance teams.
Execute reports of line trials and validation.
Lead in identification of risks, development of mitigation strategies and/or alternative solutions, and resolution of issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Create complete, detailed SOP (Compliance - Filling and Assembly Specification) and support operational training of all stakeholders.