JOB SUMMARY

Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates. The Production Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance of manufacturing and packaging processes.This role is responsible for optimizing production workflows, troubleshooting technical issues, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall productivity, product quality and employee safety. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Process Optimization: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement production strategies that align with quality, cost, innovation, and customer service objectives. Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize downtime. Contribute to projects for capital investment initiatives by providing technical expertise, researching vendor options, and assisting in project execution. Technical Support and Troubleshooting: Evaluates production safety and corrects concerns. Provide engineering support to production, including floor support, non-conforming product investigations, CAPA, risk assessments, and process changes. Lead and/or support root cause analysis investigations to identify underlying issues impacting production performance through problem solving tools (Process Flows, Fishbone/Ishikawa Diagrams, 5 Whys, etc.) Implement corrective and preventive actions to address identified root causes and prevent recurrence of issues. Review and update technical documentation including standard operating procedures and other production documentation to capture process changes. Provide technical assistance to production and maintenance personnel in resolving equipment malfunctions, process deviations, and other operational challenges. Hold a strong presence in production areas to drive Lean Manufacturing principles through Daily Management System Coordination, Coaching/Training of Lean Principles, Poka-yoke, and hosting Kaizen Events. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish short-term and long-term production performance goals. Implement right-first-time quality measures and drive continuous improvement in product quality. Assesses existing equipment status relative to performance needs and generates capital expense report for new capital when needed. Manage multiple projects of small or medium scale. Demonstrate basic knowledge of equipment validation (IQ/OQ/PQ/PPQ). Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Review production schedules and assess the status of ongoing manufacturing processes against the standard. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production efficiency, yield, and quality, identifying trends and areas for improvement. Prepare regular reports and presentations to communicate production performance, highlight achievements, and propose action plans for addressing performance gaps. Training Provide training and technical guidance to production personnel on equipment operation and process optimization techniques. Foster a culture of continuous learning and skill development within the production team, promoting knowledge sharing and cross-training initiatives. Apply and share the principles of lean manufacturing to improve operational performance and regulatory compliance. COMPETENCIES Safety Technical Expertise Detail-oriented Quality and Compliance Good Manufacturing Practices Team Collaboration Initiative and Innovation Communication and Training Problem-Solving of Complex Technical Issues SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY This role has no direct supervisory responsibility.The role may provide short-term work direction to employees in support of specific project and department requirements. WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a professional manufacturing environment.The role routinely uses standard manufacturing equipment such as mixers, heating and cooling vessels, pumps, scales, fill lines, conveyors, computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and other misc. equipment.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and airborne particles.The employee may also be exposed to mechanical moving parts and high heat. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch or stand for periods of time.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. USUAL WORKING HOURS Monday Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Capability to work extended hours or flex schedule to cover off shift support needs, if necessary. TRAVEL This position may be required to travel for educational purposes and equipment purchases, as necessary. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or related field with relevant experience. Two (2) or more years of related experience is required. Prior experience in a regulated production environment is preferred. Strong understanding of engineering principles, process optimization methodologies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and related regulatory requirements. WORK AUTHORIZATION Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS This position is eligible for all full-time benefits including: oHealth Insurance greatly subsidized by the company oDental, Life, and Disability Insurance at no cost to employees oHSA, HRA, and Day Care Assistance Plans o401(k) Retirement Plans with Profit-Sharing oBonus opportunities oGenerous PTO and paid holidays The starting salary for this position is $70,000 per year. EEO STATEMENT PSI does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.