Continuous Improvement Engineer

About the Company

Stark Pharma Solutions Inc. is a global consulting and staffing partner established in 2014, serving the Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, Biotech, and IT industries across the USA, Canada, and India. We provide specialized consulting and staffing solutions across Quality & Validation, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Project Management, and IT, with a focus on delivering tailored solutions that drive growth, operational excellence, and long-term client success.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer with 4+ years of manufacturing or process engineering experience to improve manufacturing processes, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS), process troubleshooting, Lean Six Sigma, and GMP-regulated manufacturing environments. Location: Wisconsin. Duration: Long Term.

Responsibilities

• Optimize manufacturing processes to improve productivity, quality, and reliability.
• Troubleshoot DCS-controlled manufacturing processes and support process control improvements.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Investigate production issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with automation and controls teams to improve process control and equipment performance.
• Lead or support engineering and continuous improvement projects.
• Improve equipment reliability and reduce manufacturing downtime.
• Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Quality, and EHS teams.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, and quality requirements.
• Maintain engineering documentation, process improvement reports, and change-control records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or continuous improvement.
• Hands-on experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing processes and implementing process improvements.
• Knowledge of process control, equipment operation, and manufacturing systems.
• Experience with DCS platforms such as Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell Experion, or Siemens PCS 7 is preferred.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma and root cause analysis is preferred.
• GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of deviation management, CAPA, change control, and equipment reliability is an advantage.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer-sponsored visa support.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.