What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer, Manufacturing - New Venture position at Exela Pharma Sciences?
Position Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for overseeing the health of the automation processes. This includes overseeing design and fabrication of new equipment, modifications to existing equipment, continuous improvement to existing systems, and troubleshooting/repair on existing systems. Key metrics: Machine Efficiency, Scrap, mean time between interruptions, cost savings, and customer complaints.
Job Responsibilities
- Oversee software revision on automation equipment.
- Assist in software validation for control systems.
- Generate documentation and equipment specifications for new and existing equipment.
- Execute automation equipment validation protocols to test and challenge the processes.
- Understand PLC ladder logic with the ability to troubleshoot existing programs and write new programs for conveyor systems.
- Troubleshoot low voltage control wiring.
- Perform change control for equipment.
- Write work instructions for operators to interface with automated equipment.
- Write preventive maintenance instructions for maintenance technicians.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Experience Requirements
- Must possess strong knowledge of industrial automation equipment.
- Basic knowledge of PLC control systems.
- Ability to review mechanical design for equipment.
- Experience with OPC/UA interface between equipment or to upload machine information.
- Must be detail-oriented with exceptional planning and organizational skills.
- Must be an effective communicator both up and down the organizational structure.
- Mentoring and training of new employees is an essential skill for this position.
- Minimum 3 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time,
- Must be able to climb stairs, must be able to lift and carry 25 lbs, and walk while carrying items.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor's degree preferred in a scientific discipline or related field. A combination of education and relevant work experience may be acceptable in lieu of a degree.
