Lead Process Engineer, Pto

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Rahway, New Jersey, USA
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5 years pharmaceutical manufacturing experience
Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related field
Advanced knowledge of process design and scale-up
The Lead Process Engineer position at Merck & Co. in Rahway, New Jersey, involves leading new product introductions and the transfer of drug products, while providing technical expertise and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have advanced knowledge in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and a degree in a relevant technical field

Job Summary

  • The PTO Lead Process Engineer leads new product introductions and the transfer of drug products to other facilities of moderate to high complexity.
  • This role requires advanced technical knowledge to lead investigations, validation processes, and continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
  • Candidates must possess a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in a technical field along with at least 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Matching Summary

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The Lead Process Engineer position at Merck & Co. in Rahway, New Jersey, involves leading new product introductions and the transfer of drug products, while providing technical expertise and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have advanced knowledge in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and a degree in a relevant technical field.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5 years pharmaceutical manufacturing experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field
  • Advanced knowledge of process design and scale-up
  • Experience with PPQ protocols and validation documentation
  • Strong technical writing skills for regulatory submissions
  • Expertise in root cause analysis and deviation management
  • Knowledge of GMP compliance and risk assessments

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership behaviors aligned with company standards
  • Experience with statistical analysis tools like Cpk
  • Ability to manage complex project teams independently
  • Familiarity with global technical network collaboration
  • Proactive approach to safety and EHS leadership

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years technical experience in pharmaceutical industry
  • Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • Work authorization status not specified in posting

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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