Kalon Executive Search for Nutraceuticals, CPG and Wellness · 1 day ago
Softgel Manufacturing Engineer
San Diego County, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$120K/yr - $140K/yrKalon Executive Search for Nutraceuticals, CPG and Wellness is seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Engineer to support and optimize softgel compounding and encapsulation operations. The role involves enhancing manufacturing processes, driving continuous improvement, and providing training to increase operational efficiency.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the R&D team to ensure smooth transitions and successful commercialization of new product lines
Enhance manufacturing processes and equipment to support ongoing operational improvements
Draft, revise, and train personnel on GMP-compliant Work Instructions (WIs)
Serve as a subject matter expert in softgel manufacturing, providing hands-on support to the production team to streamline processes
Contribute to Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), Root Cause Analyses (RCA), and initiatives such as Kaizen and 5S programs
Actively participate in lean manufacturing efforts by identifying and implementing cost-reduction opportunities to support efficient production
Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies aimed at maximizing productivity, reducing operational waste, and enhancing product quality
Apply statistical tools to assess variables, optimizing the encapsulation line for better performance and consistency
Oversee capital equipment projects, including upgrades and installations, and perform validation protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ)
Ensure all mechanical processes and systems meet health, safety, and environmental standards and comply with relevant industry regulations
Monitor and research technological advancements in manufacturing to propose enhancements that maintain the facility’s competitive edge in operational excellence
Perform additional duties and projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Dedicated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer
Experience in softgel compounding and encapsulation operations
Ability to address operational challenges and boost throughput
Experience in implementing lean practices
Ability to develop comprehensive work instructions
Experience in driving continuous improvement
Ability to provide team training to increase operational efficiency
Collaboration with R&D team for successful commercialization of new product lines
Enhancement of manufacturing processes and equipment
Drafting, revising, and training personnel on GMP-compliant Work Instructions (WIs)
Subject matter expert in softgel manufacturing
Hands-on support to the production team to streamline processes
Contribution to Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) and Root Cause Analyses (RCA)
Participation in Kaizen and 5S programs
Identification and implementation of cost-reduction opportunities
Leading continuous improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Application of statistical tools to assess variables
Oversight of capital equipment projects, including upgrades and installations
Performance of validation protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ)
Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
Monitoring and researching technological advancements in manufacturing
Ability to propose enhancements for operational excellence
Ability to perform additional duties and projects as assigned
Benefits
Full benefits
Company
Kalon Executive Search for Nutraceuticals, CPG and Wellness
Kalon Executive Search and Recruitment is focused exclusively in the nutraceuticals and wellness industries.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Liesl Bernard
Chief Executive Officer
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