Process Engineer

Description Overview

Perrigo Company is dedicated to making lives better by bringing high-quality, affordable self-care products to consumers everywhere they are sold. We are driven by purpose, accountability, and continuous improvement. Help us do it.

We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to provide technical expertise and solutions to improve operational performance in our infant formula processes at the Perrigo Covington, Ohio Plant.

The Manufacturing Engineer role explores innovative and alternative solutions to meet business needs while providing great customer service. This role works closely with the engineering, operations, and technical services teams to address immediate performance gaps and implements cross-functional changes to improve plant safety, quality, and efficiency. This position has large opportunities for growth both in the role and within the company.

Scope of the Role

Day-to-Day Operations Leadership

• Review prior 24-hour production data across designated work centers; proactively address urgent business needs to minimize disruption and protect throughput.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts, including technical issue resolution, vendor engagement, and Gemba floor support.
• Track and analyze area performance metrics, including efficiency, downtime, and Pareto trends, using work center data systems.
• Monitor implemented changes to validate performance impact and ensure expected ROI is achieved.

Lean Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement

• Lead and coordinate continuous improvement initiatives aligned to Zero Loss Mentality and the Perrigo Work System.
• Drive waste reduction and operational capability improvements through structured process optimization.
• Partner cross-functionally to prioritize and execute high-impact improvement projects.
• Utilize the DMAIC methodology to identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Work both independently and collaboratively to design, develop, and implement technical and operational solutions.

Subject Matter Expertise

• Serve as technical expert for equipment and associated technologies.
• Provide training and technical guidance for Operations and cross-functional support teams in collaboration with the Technical Services team. 
• Apply core engineering principles to solve complex technical challenges using innovative and practical approaches.
• Ensure operations remain compliant with all applicable regulations, including Safety, cGMP, Site Quality requirements, and Environmental sustainability efforts.

Project Management

• Provide engineering support for capital improvement and direct replacement projects.
• Develop comprehensive project scopes including cost estimates, economic justifications, and capital appropriation documentation for leadership approval.
• Lead equipment installation and process improvement efforts supporting production operations.
• Support validation activities, including IQ, OQ, PQ, and successful vertical startup.
• Serve as project manager, providing direction to cross-functional teams while coordinating with consultants, contractors, and multiple departments.

Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Engineering Management preferred.
• Demonstrated experience supporting automated spray dryer operations, including cyclones, baghouses, fluid beds, inlet, and outlet air controls.
• Strong foundation in engineering principles, theories, and applied equipment operations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, flowcharts, and system design documentation.
• Proven experience applying Lean principles and Six Sigma methodologies to drive measurable improvement.
• Ability to perform cost analyses and exercise prudent financial judgment.
• Demonstrated initiative in identifying and leading projects aligned to broad operational goals.
• PLC controls and automation troubleshooting experience preferred.
• Experience working in FDA-regulated, current GMP environments preferred.
• Hands-on knowledge of production operations and associated control systems preferred.
• Proven project management experience in the installation and upgrade of production equipment.
• Proficiency with CAD software
• Experience reading and interpreting P&ID

Behavioral and Values Characteristics

• Demonstrated strong leadership, communication, and performance management skills.

• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies and well-developed safety programs preferred.