Manufacturing Engineer II at Gilead Sciences

Cork, County Cork, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

BS in engineering
2+ years of relevant experience
Previous experience working with OEE
Strong understanding of GMPs and safety regulations
Proficient in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication
Experience applying Operational Excellence tools (e.g., DMAIC, Lean, Six Sigma)
Working knowledge of packaging systems, processes, and procedures
Ability to manage complex processes with minimal supervision
Skilled in presenting technical information to cross-functional stakeholders
Demonstrates initiative in training and process improvement
Familiarity with established policies and procedures
Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceuticals industry desirable

Responsibilities

Serve as OEE Packaging champion, initially utilizing manually collected data
Support introduction of future OEE automated systems
Lead OEE governance to monitor process & equipment performance
Analyse OEE data trends, Pareto of Top 03 issues & corrective actions
Analyse workflows and identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies
Apply lean principles (e.g., 7S, Kaizen, Six Sigma) to reduce waste and improve productivity
Monitor OEE data daily/weekly to identify trends, waste and improvement opportunities
Generate reports and dashboards for stakeholders (e.g., operations, engineering, leadership)
Work with production & maintenance teams driving the culture of Continuous Improvements within Packaging
Manage weekly CI forum within packaging
Support Kaizen events
Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Manage/Lead or support projects related to process & equipment optimization
Be a change champion
Monitor change over performance
Collaborate with operations teams to optimize the change over process, identify & remove waste
Train operators on the optimized change over process / standard of work
Develop and improve manufacturing processes for efficiency & cost-effectiveness (reduce waste / rejected material / optimize yield)
Train operators, engineers, and supervisors on how to use the OEE system and interpret data
Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Provide ongoing support and coaching to ensure adoption and effective use of OEE data
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards

Skills

OEE

Lean Principles

Kaizen

Six Sigma

Process Optimization

Data Analysis

Pareto Analysis

Corrective Actions

Workflow Analysis

Manufacturing Processes

Packaging

Continuous Improvement

Gilead Sciences

Develops and commercializes biopharmaceuticals

About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing medicines for various medical conditions, including HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer, inflammatory and respiratory diseases, and cardiovascular issues. The company conducts extensive research and development to create new therapies, which are then marketed to healthcare providers, hospitals, and pharmacies after receiving regulatory approval. Gilead differentiates itself from competitors through its strong commitment to R&D and strategic partnerships, such as with SAP Ariba, to enhance its operations and product offerings. The company's goal is to improve health equity and access to care globally, working with communities to ensure that its medicines reach those in need.

Foster City, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1987Year Founded

$15,873.6MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid family time off and paid parental time off

Generous 401(k) contribution matching

Comprehensive medical plans that cover both physical and mental healthcare

Global Wellbeing Reimbursement

Time Off

Global Volunteer Day

Giving Together Program

Employee Support Programs

Flexible Work Options

Risks

Increased competition in HIV treatment from ViiV Healthcare's expanding drug portfolio.

Regulatory scrutiny over drug pricing could impact Gilead's U.S. market operations.

Patent expirations, like Truvada's, lead to increased generic competition and revenue loss.

Differentiation

Gilead's lenacapavir is recognized as the 2024 Breakthrough of the Year for HIV care.

Partnerships with LEO Pharma and Tubulis enhance Gilead's focus on inflammatory and cancer therapies.

Gilead's commitment to health equity initiatives like COMPASS and HepConnect sets it apart.

Upsides

Gilead's strategic partnerships expand its reach in inflammatory and oncology drug markets.

Investment in digital health technologies enhances Gilead's R&D and patient engagement.

Focus on sustainability improves Gilead's operational efficiency and corporate reputation.

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