Production Engineer - Probiotics and Dietary Supplement Ingredient
Job in
Bunnell, Flagler County, Florida, 32110, USA
Listed on 2026-09-02
Listing for:
Vidya USA
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-02
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Overview: The Production Engineer focuses on maximizing equipment reliability, improving production efficiency, reducing downtime and waste, and ensuring compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), 21 CFR Part 111, 21 CFR Part 117, and ANSI 455-2 and applicable quality standards. Responsibilities include the setup, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of our processes. This is a hands-on position that directly impacts production performance, product quality, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.
This individual must adhere to cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices), Standard Operating Procedures, and Food Safety Regulations.
Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement
- Utilize continuous improvement frameworks to maximize line efficiency, reduce setup times, and minimize material scrap/waste
- Conduct root-cause analyses on machine malfunctions and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Partner with the Maintenance team to diagnose chronic equipment issues and develop equipment reliability strategies
- Lead and support the setup, calibration, and changeover of encapsulation machines, rotary tablet presses, and stick pack equipment to match batch record specifications
- Coordinate tooling changes, adjustments, and preventative maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance
- Oversee the end-to-end packaging process for dietary supplements, including bottle-filling, blistering, sachet, and stick-pack lines
- Ensure proper operation, troubleshooting, and material loading of packaging machinery to maintain throughput and reduce waste
- Monitor package seals, fill weights, and label accuracy to meet strict quality guidelines
- Utilize continuous improvement frameworks to maximize line efficiency, reduce setup times, and minimize material scrap/waste
- Conduct root-cause analyses on machine malfunctions and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Partner with the Maintenance team to diagnose chronic equipment issues and develop equipment reliability strategies
- Enforce strict adherence to Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and 21 CFR Part 111regulations for dietary supplements
- Review and approve executed Batch Production Records (BPRs) and document all validated process parameters
Technical Knowledge
- Strong mechanical aptitude with direct, hands-on experience setting up and troubleshooting encapsulation, tablet compression, and stick pack machines
- Deep understanding of cGMP guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and equipment validation processes
- Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent cross-functional communication, and the capacity to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic production schedule
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Packaging Engineering, or a related field
- 3-5 years of hands-on experience supporting manufacturing operations in dietary supplement, pharmaceutical, or food/beverage industries
- Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP enterprise software systems
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