Production Engineer II

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Production Engineer with a strong focus on Continuous Improvement to join our team in New Hope, MN.

Job duties

• Strategic Process Improvement Leadership
• Identify and analyze process inefficiencies in the production of bottled liquids, tablets, suppositories, and tubed products.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), Master Batch Records (MBR’s), and Operations Manuals (OMs) to drive best practices across manufacturing lines.
• Participate in structured training programs focused on pharmaceutical production, lean tools, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Lead large and complex continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Drive long-term operational improvements by identifying systemic inefficiencies and applying cutting-edge engineering and lean techniques.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement overarching strategies for operational excellence.
• Advancing Continuous Improvement Practices
• Utilize advanced tools such as Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to solve complex manufacturing challenges.
• Identify and execute cost-saving initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste, documenting measurable outcomes.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools, introducing new methodologies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Cross-Functional Leadership and Mentorship
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, ensuring skill development and long-term professional growth.
• Act as a key resource for problem-solving and decision-making, working alongside managers and department heads.
• Innovation and Technology Integration
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, automation solutions, and best practices to enhance production efficiency.
• Collaborate with R&D and engineering departments to implement process innovations and scalable solutions for existing and new product lines.
• KPI Tracking and Reporting
• Monitor, analyze, and report operational performance metrics to senior leadership.
• Develop dashboards and tools to track progress against organizational goals, including cost savings, quality improvements, and production efficiency milestones.
• Project Management
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to execute high-complexity medium to large scale improvement projects.
• Track the progress and ensure timely delivery of assigned workstreams.
• Measure results and provide cost-benefit analysis of improvement initiatives.
• Compliance and Documentation
• Maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), FDA standards, and other applicable regulations.
• Ensure accurate documentation of process adjustments, deviations, and corrective actions as required.
• Lead efforts to improve documentation and standard operating procedure (SOP) adherence.
• Support audits and regulatory inspections by presenting and explaining findings and implemented improvements.
• Ensure all collected and reported data complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and FDA regulatory standards.
• Complete assigned documentation tasks related to corrective actions, process changes, and improvement logs.
• Production Support
• Collaborate with production teams to troubleshoot and resolve process-related issues in manufacturing.
• Aid in ensuring that all production lines meet quality, regulatory, and safety standards.
• Play an active role in reducing downtime, waste, and variation in processes while maintaining product quality.
• Engage with on-floor production teams to understand day-to-day challenges and provide input to improve efficiencies on a basic level.
• Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) guidance to set-up technicians and assist with training and troubleshooting activities in manufacturing.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (mechanical, chemical, industrial, electrical) or a related field.
• Five or more (5+) years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) on manufacturing equipment.
• Strong track record of leading complex, high-impact projects.
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in productivity tools (Excel, SAP, statistical analysis tools, etc.).

Preferred qualifications

• Production or manufacturing experience in pharmaceutical industry.
• Certification in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green Belt or equivalent).

About us

At Padagis, our focus is on health care products that improve people’s lives. We are a market-leading generic prescription pharmaceutical company that specializes in “extended topical” medications, like creams, foams, mousses, gels, liquids and inhalable products. It’s a great time to join our team because we have a high growth trajectory with now more than 1,300 employees across six locations in the United States and Israel. We’ve already established a successful track record of launching first-to-file and first-to-market generic pharmaceutical products that have helped to make prescription products more affordable for patients and reduce costs for the healthcare system. Our team members work in a dynamic environment where opportunity is built on a foundation of honesty and transparency.

What's Next

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