Process Engineer II

AMPAC Fine Chemicals • Rancho Cordova, CA

69d

About The Position

This is an intermediate level engineering position that completes all deliverables and supports production of a process under some supervision. The role includes responsibilities such as mass balances, scale up, instruction writing, emission calculations, process startup, training equipment setup, equipment cleanings, process oversight, and equipment and process troubleshooting. The engineer works under general supervision.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years’ relevant experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment.
• Have worked on projects independently.

Nice To Haves

• At least one (1) year of relevant experience in a cGMP environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the completion of Process Safety information and participates in Process Hazard Analysis.
• Uses engineering skills to design small projects for enhanced safety, quality and or productivity improvements.
• Follows cGMP guidelines for operation comments and batch records, other change control requirements, and related documentation practices.
• Takes the lead in generation of GMP documentation and operator training, including comments and variances.
• Provides technical knowledge to variance and CAPA investigations.
• Writes and implements change controls under senior advisement.
• Monitors existing processes, ensuring that batch records are maintained, variances are investigated, and day to day activities are properly planned.
• Conducts product changeovers, preparation of cleaning instruction, and leading in set up operations.
• Provides team leadership to small projects.
• Activates and qualifies facilities and equipment.
• Prepares new batch records and work instructions.
• Develops and presents process training for production personnel.
• Works with senior staff oversight to resolve problems encountered in the manufacturing environment.
• Troubleshoots processes to reduce downtime, improve cycle time, and increase productivity.
• Modifies piping and instrumentation drawings, flow sheets, and emission calculations.
• Independently evaluates, selects, and applies engineering techniques, procedures and criteria using judgement in making adaptations and modifications.
• Follows listed PPE requirements and chemical handling requirements, addresses safety issues promptly, and communicates safety issues to fellow employees.
• Helps develop safe solutions to encountered safety problems.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees