Process Engineer

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At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset, and we are dedicated to building the most talented workforce in our industry. Our commitment to uncompromising focuses on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference.

Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.

Join us on our mission to enable current and next-generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients.

Role Overview:

The Process Engineer is responsible for the evaluation, design and implementation of elements of new or improved processes as they are transferred from development to production. The Process Engineer is also responsible for the monitoring of manufacturing processes while providing production support and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Core Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with Veranova cross functional teams and external customers to implement safe, efficient, practical and commercially viable processes to generate a consistent quality API supply fit for its intended use, with essential considerations given to safety, quality, optimizing process yields, turnaround times, and productivity.
• Monitors ongoing manufacturing operations to help ensure safety, quality and yield objectives are met.
• Leads process improvements efforts which improve yields and/or lower production costs, enhancing the overall efficiency and cost effectiveness of production processes.
• Contributes to the design and oversight of scale-up and/or validation runs in the manufacturing plant.
• Collaborates with Project/Facilities Engineering in capital projects during front-end design (URSs, PFDs, M&E Balances), PHAs, design reviews, commissioning, start-up and operator training.
• Using root cause analysis tools, leads troubleshooting efforts related to processing and process equipment problems while gathering relevant information and compiling necessary reports.
• Writes and reviews Batch Records, Process Safety Information, Process Validation Protocols, Operator training, and other technical reports.
• Collaborates with the EHS group on environmental, health and safety related aspects of new processes and process modifications; performs related emission calculations.
• Develops process performance tracking procedures and analyses existing data for optimization potential.

Qualifications:

Required

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering or equivalent technical degree.
• Minimum of 3 years’ manufacturing or process engineering experience in pharmaceuticals or batch processing.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of commonly used equipment, technical concepts and procedures within bulk API batch manufacturing.
• Team oriented and able to work efficiently in a project driven environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent organization skills and ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Knowledge of FDA/cGMP guidelines and practices.
• Strong statistical analysis skill.
• Strong Failure Mode and Effect and Root Cause analysis skills.

Our Commitment:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health & Wellness benefits. Access to mental health resources and wellness programs. Generous PTO and holiday pay policies.
• Financial Wellness: Comprehensive total compensation package that includes competitive base salary, Defined Contribution Pension program, eligibility for performance-based bonuses, and attractive 401(k) Plan with company match.
• Professional Development : Opportunities for continuous learning through LinkedIn Learning, workshops, conferences, and mentorship. Tuition Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.
• Inclusive Culture : At Veranova, an inclusive culture is integral to our values. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career.

How to Apply:

At Veranova, we are on a misson to meet people that believe in our values and can contribute to the team in a variety of ways. Please visit www.veranova.com to view all open roles and join our Talent Community to stay connected and learn about opportunities as they arise.

We value a range of experiences and perspectives. If you want to be part of improving and saving the lives of patients, we encourage you to apply regardless of whether you meet every qualification listed.

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Additional Information:

Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.

Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.

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