Process Engineer I/II - OFP

Company: Novo nordisk
Location: Durham
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

About the DepartmentFor almost 100 years, Novo Nordisk has been tackling the unmet medical needs of people living with serious chronic diseases such as diabetes. We are expected to double production of diabetes drugs over the next decade.Our Oral Finished Products (OFP) facility in Durham, NC sits on 195,000 square feet and currently has approximately 60 employees and growing. In 2021 we will begin packaging our Type 2 diabetes tablet Rybelsus-- and in 2022 we will begin the full manufacturing process to include packaging.This once in a life-time career opportunity is ideal for pharmaceutical manufacturing professionals who not only understand the operational complexities of manufacturing but also have the desire and drive to help us build, validate, and run our processes, all in support of our patients.Here, you will work with the best manufacturing professionals in the industry. Are you ready to make a difference?This role can be filled as a level I or II and OFP will be moving to a 4/10 schedule beginning on 4/5/21.Position PurposeImprove/develop systems & equipment for the core processes to meet all customer, business & regulatory requirements through the following activities:People FocusProcess FocusEquipment FocusStandards "Gatekeeper"AccountabilitiesCoach & mentor peers as well as Shopfloor personnelSupport technical development of Shopfloor personnelEmploy advanced cLEAN-- tools within the main areas of problem solving, project & change managementLead cross-functional process improvementsDevelop plans to improve the performance of a process or set of systems, using green belt conceptsDevelop & manage project budget for improvements for a process or set of systemsSupport event response activitiesSupport implementation of better practices & participate in sharing knowledge across all OFP sites for improvement projectsMaintain & establish standards for procedures & maintenance plansSupport global OFP collaboration initiativesAdditional accountabilities, as requiredRequired QualificationsBA/BS in engineering/related field or an equivalent combination of experience & education.Desired QualificationsMinimum of three (3) years of engineering experience in maintenance, design, process improvement, or Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalentKnowledgeable in the following systems: Instrument & Electrical, Mechanical, Control/SCADA/PLCs, Process Improvement Methodologies, Root Cause Analysis (RCA) & Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM)Proven expertise in planning/organization/execution of maintenance activities, following up on results, & revising the work plan for complex problems being resolved by cross functional teamsPhysical & Other RequirementsOccasionally moves equipment and/or supplies weighing up to 50 pounds within the facility using various body positionsRoutinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using handsAbility to be on feet for up to a 12-hour shiftCorrected vision to 20/30Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder to service equipment & can work atop elevated positionsOccasionally works around odorous and/or hazardous materialsMay be required to wear latex glovesAble to work in loud noise environments with hearing protectionMay be required to work for short periods of time with respiratory protectionAble to travel internationally, up to 25% of the timeAble to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distractionAble to work the hours necessary to support a 24/7 continuous manufacturing operationNovo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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