Process Engineer

Job Description

McKenna Labs, a manufacturer of personal care products, is currently seeking a Process Engineer who is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing both systems and procedures used in the manufacturing facility. Emphasis on enhancement of efficiency, reduction of costs, and improve product quality. The role provides guidance and acts as a subject matter expert to ensure product meets all elements of fit, form, and function as intended in a scalable manner from concept to launch. Key responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, testing and monitoring equipment, updating current system processes, and ensuring product compliance.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Conducting research to develop new and improved processes for manufacturing in conjunction with the Research and Development.
• Designing, configuring, and optimizing manufacturing processes from inception to launch.
• Collaborate with Operations and Quality leaders to identify potential areas of process and product variability, address root causes and implement improvements to ensure the flow of quality products through the supply chain.
• Conduct risk assessments as required to identify potential hazards and ensure product quality is met.
• Utilize data to assess the overall health and effectiveness of the quality processes / systems and identification of areas for process improvement that are aligned with department and organizational goals.
• Implementing procedures to reduce inefficiencies, lower costs, and improve product quality.
• Subject matter expert in the manufacturing process and supporting client development meetings.
• Provide detailed process documentation and operating instructions.
• Support reporting of Key Performance Indicators that will be presented to leadership.
• Ensure clear communication between different teams for successful execution of processes during manufacturing.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing performance, reduce waste, and increase overall efficiency.
• Conduct or review studies for the implementation of new equipment, technologies, and processes.
  
  

Requirements

To fulfill requirements of job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty at a high level. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, analytical chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant Manufacturing Engineering experience or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant Manufacturing Engineering experience or equivalent.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Regulatory Guidance Documents as they relate to quality release of personal care and OTC products is required.
• Strong ability to deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment while coaching, developing, and motivating others.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills including the ability to devise and implement practical solutions to resolve complex issues through improved process, resource management, or new technology.
• Excellent cross-functional team skills to accomplish cross-functional initiatives / goals with leaders from manufacturing, quality assurance, supply chain, product compliance, and warehouse.
• Fluency in English. Bilingual in technical Spanish is a strong differentiator.
• Must be able to work in person onsite.
  
  

The salary range for this role is $75,000 – $95,000 annually. Compensation is commensurate with level of knowledge, education, skills, and experience applicable to the position.

We understand that each team member’s situation is unique, and so it is our intent to offer an overall benefits package that can be shaped and molded by each individual to fit their family’s needs. Our current benefits package, which is available to all full-time team members, includes medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, life and disability coverage, and other voluntary benefits.

We want everyone to feel welcome, respected and we are committed to providing the best space, experience and workplace for our teams – no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability status and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different.

Company Description

McKenna Labs is a full-service contract manufacturing company that specializes in hair, skin and body care products. We've been in the personal care development and manufacturing industry since 1998.

McKenna Labs is a full-service contract manufacturing company that specializes in hair, skin and body care products. We've been in the personal care development and manufacturing industry since 1998.