Tech Ops Scientist-Process

Kenvue•Summit, NJ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree is preferred in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Engineering, or related scientific field.
2+ years of industry experience related to process development is required.
Experience with MS Word, Excel and Project software packages is required.
Strong analytical skills are required.
Excellent technical writing skills are required.

Nice To Haves

Experience within the Consumer, OTC, or Pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
GMP experience is preferred.
General knowledge of product characteristics and their correlation with product/raw material performance and performance requirements of specific products or raw materials and the customer needs.
General knowledge of scientific principles for liquid/semi-solid formulation development (i.e., solution, suspension, semi-solid), solid dosage development (i.e., immediate and delayed-release), and other formulation development (i.e., Nasal Spray, Eye drops, Lozenges, and sterile products), engineered products and devices as applicable.
General understanding of the process equipment and in-process control instruments.
General process knowledge in a few of the processes such as Mixing, Filling, Liquid dosage, Solid dosage, Liquid Packaging, Scale-up, Technology Transfer, Continued Process Verification, Process Development, as applicable.
General knowledge of regulatory requirements in the development, validation, and manufacture of consumer cosmetic and OTC monograph drug products (regulatory agencies such as, FDA, MHRA, Health Canada, AIFA etc.).
Excellent interpersonal, influencing, communication, listening, negotiating and problem-solving/decision-making skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

Support execution of or lead small to moderately sized project tasks per established timeline, including but not limited to the technology transfer process for New Products Introduction, Product Improvements, and new raw material qualification
Uses scientific principles to resolve technical challenges while being able to articulate complex subject matter in clear, concise terms. Seeks guidance on more complex technical challenges.
Support the execution of the planned experimental design (i.e., sample collection, in-process testing, sample management, etc.).
Prepares technical memos, reports, analyzes and summarizes data, and recommends conclusions based on scientific rationale.
Support or lead in conducting troubleshooting supply issues, global change control (GCC), root cause analysis, and remediation for technical-related issues
Collaborate and work closely with Quality, Operations and R&D teams to ensure seamless transitions through the new product and project development lifecycle.
Effectively execute technical transfer and life cycle management initiatives