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Process Engineer
Danone
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Short Intro and About the Job Operating in a progressive and production focused Engineering Team, reporting to the Plant Engineering Manager, the Process Engineer has direct responsibility for delivery of process excellence in a top class spray drying facility. Danone Infant Nutrition Macroom Ltd is a division of the Danone Group with the overall Group employing 100,000 talents in over 60 countries worldwide. Macroom Supply Point is a strategic spray drying factory within the division, being a major supplier of infant formula to other plants within the network. About You Main Repsosibilities & KPI's Project Design & Delivery * Assist and Manage the delivery of key projects that have an impact on the site objectives * Implement Danone engineering guidelines and DBN quality GMP’s * Integrate lean design and performance as key target of the project for Call for Tenders * Follow up of the tenders for the different contractors and discuss lay-out, P&ID’s, utilities, etc * Analyse the offers and participate to the recommendation and contractors selection with project SSD in order to endure optimized capex / operation investments * Follow up the execution of the equipment works (including acceptance tests, regular visits) * Ensure the project is in compliance within budget and schedule * Ensure support, training and knowledge transfer to the future plant staff regarding processes and equipment * Coordinate all the suppliers involved in the scope * Coordinate the qualification and validation tests * Organize and realise the start-up of all the process equipment * Support the production team during the ramp up of the process equipment Manage Process Reliability & Capability * Develop the capability of all processes to meet customer specifications * Maintain complex in house processes to ensure stability * Deliver new projects and solutions that ensure a constant rate of continuous improvement * Keep up to date with ever changing technological environment, equipment changes and product changes * Monitor and Improve OE - Track and process line reliability and performance. Identify bottlenecks within the process, report and conduct root cause analysis with relevant team members * Perform regular fault finding and troubleshooting activities to ensure sustainable process reliability Identify and Plan Systems Activities * Drive cross-functional investigations on problems/deviations including defining corrective and preventive actions * Identify, analyse and prioritise technical or business related processes improvement opportunities and problems Facilitate Continuous Improvement Continuously improve standards set by facilitating and executing Practical Problem Solving / Root Cause Analysis and perform GAP analysis on manufacturing data to understand where to focus / prioritise problem solving efforts. Professional Experience * Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering function * 2 years+ mechanical / process engineering experience, ideally in the food & beverage, pharmaceutical, biotechnology or other regulated industry essential * 2 years+ of related work experience in a GMP manufacturing environment designing and implementing projects / process improvements * Knowledge of Engineering regulatory/code requirements to Irish, European and International Codes, Standards and Practices * Proficient in the use of MS Office tools * Proven Problem solving and Trouble Shooting skills * Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with staff at all levels across multiple functions of the organisation * Lean Six Sigma Methodology experience * Experience in standardisation and improvement of processes Functional Competencies * Excellent communicator with all levels of organisation * Proven to deliver the highest quality results through a structured approach, within budget and on time * Mature and stable personality who can manage stressful and challenging environments * Positive and flexible approach to delivering agreed objective * Embodies ‘safety first culture’ with full and thorough commitment to the highest of safety standards * Logical and methodical approach to work practices and processes with the ability to plan processes * A team player who can galvanise support for achieving key objectives * Capable of taking the lead in change and seeking out improvements * Strong support for high quality and hygiene standards About Us, We offer and What's next We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you, including an excellent pension, private healthcare, life assurance, income protection, and more. At Danone we are passionate in our commitment to sustainability with the belief in building a healthier future through food. Our eating and drinking choices have an impact on our own health, the health of our society and the health of our planet. Ensuring an inclusive working culture that is accessible to all is important to us. Danone Infant Nutrition Macroom Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer.