Process Engineer - Immediate Start

We are searching for a remarkable Process Engineer to join our growing team at Hovione in Cork.
Growing your career as a Full Time Process Engineer is a great opportunity to develop useful skills.
If you are strong in adaptability, creativity and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Process Engineer at Hovione today!

Main responsabilities

• Implement all Process/Production related projects within area of work in compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory standards including HSE and Quality, and in accordance with the Project Engineering department ways of work.
• Participate in/lead technical transfer or process improvement projects for established process utilizing best available technology, practices and tool as appropriate at all times. These include the use of Lean Manufacturing Techniques, Risk Assessment Technology, Quality by Design, etc.
• Ensure all project risk assessments are carried out in a compliant manner in line with established SOP’s and policies.
• Responsible for preparation and review of/process engineering documentation including project plans and cost proposals, validation plans and execution of validation activities in relation to projects, preparation of validation reports, etc., correctly in a timely manner, while liaising with the Quality Department as required.
• Responsible for on-time project delivery, projects delivery within budget, maintenance of validation status for all project related equipment to the required regulatory standards.
• Investigate and document process/production and project related deviations, planned deviations, out of specification results and implementation of agreed corrective actions as appropriate.
• Initiate, document and process change controls for project process/engineering related matters as appropriate.
• Present a written monthly report to the Manufacturing Director providing details on agreed KPI’s and metrics.
• Other duties as required by the Manufacturing Director, which is in keeping with the nature of the role.
  • Responsible for the day to day running of API or Spray Drying processes, trouble shooting and meeting production schedules;
  • Ensures yield and quality targets are met;
  • Leads and supports the production teams to achieve the manufacturing goals;
  • Forecasts operational requirements/resources based on future production schedules, projects etc. so as to ensure the production targets are met;
  • Initiates and leads cross functional team investigations for yield and quality issues;
  • Ensures comprehensive follow up and corrective/preventive actions are in place for Quality and Safety deviations;
  • Is the Lead person for New Product introduction;
  • This involves designing, implementing and supporting new processes in conjunction with Quality, Safety, Engineering and Technical Services;
  • Provides technical support and direction to production supervisors and operators;
  • Is responsible for producing production documentation for new and existing processes, such as Batch Production Records, cleaning documents, URS, etc. Initiating and leading technical transfer activities for the introduction of new products utilizing best available technology, practices and tools as appropriate;
  • These include the use of Six Sigma, FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, Risk Assessment, Quality by Design, etc. Liaises with all functions to ensure process execution through cross functional influencing;
  • Is responsible for process improvement, such as cycle time improvement, usage of utilities, cost reduction, increase in yield, minimizing waste, etc.;
  • PLeads production related processes on site in compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory standards including H&S, Environmental and Quality;
  • Drives continuous improvement initiatives across the plant in areas of Quality, Safety, Cost and People;
  • Works in conjunction with Quality to ensure Product Quality and compliance with the Quality system at all times. Evaluates in conjunction with the Health & Safety team new equipment/processes/chemicals for introduction using tools such as HAZOP, Risk Assessment, What if, etc. Initiates and documents change controls as appropriate;
  • Ensures that all the production documentation is completed in accordance with cGMP;
  • Presents a written monthly report to the Operations Director providing details on agreed KPI's and metrics;
  • Other duties as required by the Manufacturing Director in keeping with the nature of the role.

Profile

• BSc/BEng, Msc/MEng in Chemical Engineering or equivalent;
• 3-7 years of industry API experience working within the pharmaceutical industry;
• Experience in technical manufacturing support;
• Experience in equipment and technology design, selection and testing;
• Tech transfer, capital project support, and start-up experience of multiple processes from early stage development to commercial scale;
• Experience in Production operations, trouble shooting and creative problem solving within a technical environment;
• Current knowledge of GMP regulatory requirements in US and EU;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Excellent problem solving skills;
• Ability to interact with and be part of multi-disciplinary teams;
• Experience in Delta V systems a distinct advantage.

Benefits of working as a Process Engineer in Cork:

● Excellent benefits
● Company offers career progression opportunities
● Advantageous package