Title:  Senior Production Engineer

Job Title:      Senior Production Engineer

Location:      Columbus, OH

Job Type:      Full-Time

Req ID:          12359

About Us:

As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates’ mission is to bring Better Health. Within Reach. Every Day.® for millions of patients around the world.  We are a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 800 high-quality generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals, physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe.  Through our 32 manufacturing plants, three R&D centers, and 9,500+ employees worldwide, we are always hard at work creating high-quality medicines and making them accessible to the people who need them.

Description:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.  We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Production Engineer to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing engineering solutions to analyze equipment/process capacity constraints and long-term strategic vision for all equipment operation and capacities. Use this information to make recommendations for existing equipment/process modifications or new equipment purchases that coincide with this strategic plan. Investigate new equipment options, make recommendations and implement. Capital management focus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Regular and predictable onsite attendance and punctuality.
• Provide technical support to the assigned production area on existing equipment in terms of operating efficiently, troubleshooting problems, coordinating technical activities with maintenance, and analyzing and communicating technical issues to production and engineering staff.
• Analyze equipment capabilities and specify, set-up equipment for new product launch.
• Monitor the process and calculate data for production equipment to implement continuous improvement activities.
• Evaluate equipment to increase capacity and upgrade technology.
• Mentor Production Engineers I and II.

Qualifications:

We value the skills and experiences candidates bring to the table. While we have listed some qualifications below, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of them.

• BS in Pharmaceutics, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline with 5+ years of experience, or 12+ years of equivalent experience, supporting pharmaceutical production equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, applying engineering principles and technical expertise.
• Strong planning and technical support skills for large capital projects.
• Experience leading 1-2 capital and expense projects ranging from $0-$2 million, including schedule, cost, and deliverable management.
• Proven ability to identify complex problems, evaluate options, and implement effective solutions.
• Strong analytical, logical reasoning, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Effective time management skills, including the ability to prioritize personal and team activities.
• Strong written communication skills, including preparation of technical documentation for FDA, OSHA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information related to manufacturing processes, material flow, quality control, and operational efficiency.
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to train and educate technicians on equipment principles and operation.
• At least one year of validation experience qualifying equipment using GAMP methodology to meet production and process specifications.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, SAP, and equipment-specific software.
• Hands-on experience with pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, including fluid beds, CIP systems, one-pot granulators, tablet presses, encapsulators, pumps, comils, processors, dryers, coating pans, bin tumblers, and micronizers.
• Working knowledge of 21 CFR regulations related to pharmaceutical production equipment.
• Demonstrated conflict management and resolution skills.
• Ability to influence and develop project team members without direct authority.

What We Offer*:

• Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
• Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 4% of eligible pay.  Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
• A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date).  Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
• 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
• 11 company paid holidays
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
• Employee discount program
• Wellbeing rewards program
• Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid maternity and parental leave

*Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role, and length of employment.  Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.

Recruiters:

Please note that Hikma has a set roster of approved recruiters for specific roles agreed to in advance and does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies regarding open positions.  In the absence of a signed agreement and approval from Hikma’s Human Resources department to submit resumes for a specific position, Hikma will not approve, nor will be under an obligation to make, any payment to such non-approved third-parties in the event a candidate they refer is hired by Hikma.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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