Process Engineer

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Process Engineer Job Description The Process Engineer will provide engineering expertise to standardize existing manufacturing processes and support new product launches within a pharmaceutical cGMP environment. This role focuses on developing robust, compliant, and efficient oral solid dose processes by applying process engineering, process improvement, and continuous improvement methodologies. Responsibilities Standardize existing manufacturing processes to improve consistency, robustness, and compliance. Support and lead process engineering activities for new product launches, ensuring smooth scale-up and transfer into manufacturing. Apply process improvement and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize oral solid dose operations, including granulation and compression. Lead and facilitate process improvement teams to identify issues, analyze root causes, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions. Develop, refine, and document processes to meet pharmaceutical cGMP and regulatory requirements. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as production, quality, and maintenance to ensure processes remain efficient and compliant. Use lean and six sigma principles and tools to reduce variability, improve yields, and enhance overall process performance. Monitor and analyze process data to support dose adjustments and other process changes as needed. Provide technical support on the processing of powders and oral solid dose forms to resolve production issues. Travel up to 10% of the time to support projects, process transfers, or cross-site collaboration as required. Essential Skills Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. 5-7 years of increasing responsibility in a pharmaceutical cGMP environment. Proven experience in processing powders, including oral solid dose, granulation, and compression. Validated experience leading process improvement teams in a manufacturing setting. Experience working in a pharmaceutical or other FDA-regulated industry. Demonstrated ability to apply process engineering principles to improve manufacturing operations. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience using lean and six sigma principles and tools is preferred. Background in process improvement and continuous improvement initiatives. Familiarity with dose adjustments and optimization of oral dose processes. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret process data and implement improvements. Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams. Ability to operate within a structured, cGMP-compliant environment. Work Environment You will work in a small, focused team environment with four staff members and one manager, where only one other team member specializes in process engineering. The setting is a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility operating under cGMP and FDA regulations, with a strong emphasis on process discipline, documentation, and compliance. The role involves close collaboration with colleagues across functions and occasional travel of up to 10% to support projects or cross-site activities. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Bridgeton, MO. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $100000.00/yr. Virbac offers a mix of core employee benefits, well‑being programs, and workplace culture initiatives that vary by country but follow a consistent theme: supporting health, flexibility, and work-life balance. Below is a structured, citation‑grounded overview of what employees report and what the company publicly highlights. 🧩 Key Takeaway Virbac provides health insurance, paid time off, retirement‑related benefits, and a strong emphasis on employee well‑being, wellness programs, and country‑specific quality‑of‑life initiatives. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Bridgeton,MO. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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