Process Engineer

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Location:

Lincoln, NE.

• This is a critical role in the OPEX Team at the Site, and will report into the Site Operational Excellence Process Engineering Manager.
• This role is fundamental in executing the Continuous Improvement Plans for the Site, to achieve its growth and profitability objectives.
• The Process Engineer will aid in the implementation of the HAPS (Performance System) principles/tools at the site to deliver the Business Strategy, improve Business Performance (Safety, Quality, Service, & Cost), by using a data‑driven approach.
• This role will also play a key role in Project Management and execution of productivity initiatives that align with the Site goals.
• Quality responsibilities:
  Adhere to all Quality Compliance standards (Data Integrity, ALCOA, cGMP, QA QC, etc.) including QMS policy and regulatory requirements.

• Manage F4G (Opportunity and Loss Matrix) projects
• Optimize and maintain HAPS tools for site usage
• Facilitate kaizen events to support site results
• SME at two Reliability pillars (5S/SMED/AM/Centerlining)
• Conduct RCAs for waste, line balancing, and line flow
• Complexity/Scope
• # of Annual Projects = 6 to 10

• Engineering degree
• 3+ years of experience in FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) or pharmaceutical environment
• OPEX SME – experience in Operational Excellence Systems execution, such as Lean or Six Sigma project management
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills to enable effective and influential internal communication, from hourly to Functional Director level
• Agility:
  Capability to work on multiple projects at one time
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills
• MS Office proficiency

• Chemical or Industrial engineering degree (Master’s Degree in Industrial Engineering)
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
• Knowledge of Pharmaceutical and OSHA regulatory training requirements
• OPEX SME experience in VSM and/or problem‑solving techniques (Root Cause Analysis)
• Consumer oriented / External perspective – Manufacturing background with experience in FMCG Operations
• Power BI, OEE % data collection systems

Healthcare Insurance:
Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1 st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full‑time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance:
Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through Met Life. Eligibility begins on the 1 st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full‑time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance:
Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1 st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full‑time employment with Synectics.

401(k) Plan:
The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.

Technical Certification Bonus:
Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus.

It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.

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