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STS Metals Inc

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

Santa Fe Springs, CA · On-site

$80K - $125K/yr

Investigate manufacturing defects, process deviations, nonconforming material, scrap, rework, and ... Communicate engineering requirements and process changes clearly to employees at all organizational ...

STS Metals

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

Santa Fe Springs, CA · On-site

$73K - $95K/yr

Investigate manufacturing defects, process deviations, nonconforming material, scrap, rework, and ... Communicate engineering requirements and process changes clearly to employees at all organizational ...

STS Metals

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

Santa Fe Springs, CA · On-site

$73K - $95K/yr

The Manufacturing Engineer supports Brown Pacific's manufacturing, quality, and engineering ... Investigate manufacturing defects, process deviations, nonconforming material, scrap, rework, and ...

IntoMetal

Laser Operator - Weekend Shift

Beatrice, NE

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

The Laser Operator works very closely with the Laser Programmer to plan the upcoming jobs for the laser and manage material scrap. The Laser Operator gives feedback to the Programmer on any ...

Socket.dev

Quality Engineer

West Bridgewater, MA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Lead RCA, CAPA, containment, MRB review, and disposition of nonconforming material, scrap, rework ... Degree in engineering, manufacturing, quality, or related field; equivalent experience considered.

Double E Company

Quality Engineer

West Bridgewater, MA · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Lead RCA, CAPA, containment, MRB review, and disposition of nonconforming material, scrap, rework ... Degree in engineering, manufacturing, quality, or related field; equivalent experience considered.

ASR Group

Minimize packaging material scrap, product scrap and product giveaway * Ensures safety aspects of ... Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a concentration in Packaging Science, Mechanical, Electrical ...

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Brewer Science, Inc.

Quality Engineer I

Dayton, OH · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

... material scrap. This position is tasked with managing, meeting, and exceeding both internal and external customer expectations. Additionally, Quality Engineers aid in supplier development activities ...

Socket.dev

Sr. Quality Engineer, Amazon Leo

Everett, WA · On-site

$97K - $132K/yr

This role carries direct disposition authority for nonconforming material (scrap, rework, no defect) and collaborates with Engineering and Manufacturing on elevated dispositions (Use-As-Is, Repair ...

Brewer Science Inc.

Quality Engineer I

Dayton, OH · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

... material scrap. This position is tasked with managing, meeting, and exceeding both internal and external customer expectations. Additionally, Quality Engineers aid in supplier development activities ...

Amazon

Sr. Quality Engineer, Amazon Leo

Everett, WA

$97K - $132K/yr

This role carries direct disposition authority for nonconforming material (scrap, rework, no defect) and collaborates with Engineering and Manufacturing on elevated dispositions (Use-As-Is, Repair ...

Actalent

Manufacturing Engineer

Hampton, VA · On-site

$66K - $85K/yr

Manufacturing Engineer The Manufacturing Engineer develops and optimizes manufacturing methods to ... Prepare quotations by developing material, scrap, and labor cost estimates for cost modeling and ...

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Production Engineer - Probiotics and Dietary Supplement Ingredient

Bunnell, FL • On-site

Vidya USA
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Posted 9 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Set up, calibrate, troubleshoot, and support the changeover of encapsulation, tablet, and stick pack equipment to meet batch specifications.

  • Oversee the end-to-end packaging process, including machine operation, troubleshooting, and material loading to ensure quality and efficiency.

  • Conduct root-cause analyses on machine malfunctions, implement corrective actions, and partner with maintenance to improve equipment reliability.

Job description

Job Overview: The Production Engineer focuses on maximizing equipment reliability, improving production efficiency, reducing downtime and waste, and ensuring compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), 21 CFR Part 111, 21 CFR Part 117, and ANSI 455-2 and applicable quality standards. Responsibilities include the setup, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of our processes. This is a hands-on position that directly impacts production performance, product quality, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. This individual must adhere to cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices), Standard Operating Procedures, and Food Safety Regulations.


Key Responsibilities:


Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

•Utilize continuous improvement frameworks to maximize line efficiency, reduce setup times, and minimize material scrap/waste

•Conduct root-cause analyses on machine malfunctions and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

•Partner with the Maintenance team to diagnose chronic equipment issues and develop equipment reliability strategies


Machine Setup & Changeover

•Lead and support the setup, calibration, and changeover of encapsulation machines, rotary tablet presses, and stick pack equipment to match batch record specifications

•Coordinate tooling changes, adjustments, and preventative maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance


Packaging Line Support

•Oversee the end-to-end packaging process for dietary supplements, including bottle-filling, blistering, sachet, and stick-pack lines

•Ensure proper operation, troubleshooting, and material loading of packaging machinery to maintain throughput and reduce waste

•Monitor package seals, fill weights, and label accuracy to meet strict quality guidelines


Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

•Utilize continuous improvement frameworks to maximize line efficiency, reduce setup times, and minimize material scrap/waste

•Conduct root-cause analyses on machine malfunctions and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

•Partner with the Maintenance team to diagnose chronic equipment issues and develop equipment reliability strategies


Quality & Regulatory Compliance

•Enforce strict adherence to Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and 21 CFR Part 111regulations for dietary supplements

•Review and approve executed Batch Production Records (BPRs) and document all validated process parameters


Qualifications/Requirements

Technical Knowledge

• Strong mechanical aptitude with direct, hands-on experience setting up and troubleshooting encapsulation, tablet compression, and stick pack machines


Regulatory Skills

• Deep understanding of cGMP guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and equipment validation processes


Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent cross-functional communication, and the capacity to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic production schedule


Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Packaging Engineering, or a related field

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience supporting manufacturing operations in dietary supplement, pharmaceutical, or food/beverage industries


Preferred Skills

• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies

• Preferred HACCP, PCQI Certification

• Familiarity with ERP/MRP enterprise software systems

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