Process Engineer Jobs in Stockbridge, GA (NOW HIRING)

This position will be responsible for providing primary engineering support for all Packaging, visual inspection, and support Packaging line and product transfers. It will support Packaging startup and commissioning activities and other areas of the facility as the business needs dictate. The ideal candidate will use GMP industry best practices to measure, analyze, and specify requirements that lead to best‑in‑class quality products and design for manufacturability, working in a highly regulated GMP compliant environment.

• Act as Packaging system owner during start up activities
• Lead and support Packaging implementation and improvements
• Support the implementation and use of PAS‑X
• Support generation, review, and approval of Packaging SOPs
• Support deviations/change controls associated with Packaging line and product transfers
• Lead projects related to the development and optimization of Packaging processes, including plant design, process equipment/workflows, and material handling
• Evaluate existing Packaging processes for improvements in capacity, efficiency, and product quality in alignment with business needs
• Improve testing methods and quality control measures for incoming materials, standards, and controls
• Develop user requirements for new capital equipment, survey potential equipment suppliers, submit RFQs, evaluate proposals from suppliers, and provide recommendations for purchase
• Develop and execute test protocols and reports to validate new or modified processes
• Investigate root causes of Packaging issues impacting product quality or yield; support implementation of improvements, countermeasures, and preventative action
• Identify sources of variation (procedure, process, equipment, people) within the Packaging process and design solutions
• Embrace continuous improvement and create innovative ideas based on engineering data, facts, and observations
• Collect process data and perform trending and statistical evaluation to monitor performance and understand stability and areas for improvement
• Partner with and motivate enabling support teams to improve operations for the advancement of the entire site and company
• Maintain quality control and safety standards
• Contribute to business objectives around compliance, cost savings, and potential capital spending requirements
• Assist in completing validation activities as required
• Assist in non‑conformance and CAPA investigations
• Assist in training and development of team members

• BS in an Engineering discipline with 6+ years of experience
• Regulated manufacturing experience (FDA, USDA, aseptic packaging, or medical device industry) required
• Proven experience applying engineering principles to design and improve manufacturing processes
• Experience working with GMP contract manufacturing organizations and third‑party suppliers
• Experience with pharmaceutical equipment and test method validation preferred
• Experience with Operational Excellence tools such as DMAIC, 5 WHY’s, Fishbones, FMEA; green belt or black belt certification a plus
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with colleagues and management across departmental boundaries
• Flexibility and agility to respond to constantly changing conditions and priorities
• Proficient computer skills: PAS‑X, EBR/MES, Excel, Word, MS Visio, JMP, Minitab, SAP, or similar software
• Willingness to quickly learn and become proficient in business systems including production schedule, quality deviations, ERP, and change control

Colleague must work onsite, be able to lift at least 50 pounds, and work near moving mechanical parts with moderate noise level where hearing protection is optional and eye protection is required.

This position is eligible for short‑term incentive compensation. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, which includes healthcare, dental coverage, and retirement savings benefits as well as paid holidays, vacation, and disability insurance.

Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system, and we offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested.

All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the United States.