Engineering Director

Description

  

Corporate Statement 

Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation is a privately owned global leader in the manufacturing of generic drug products, over-the-counter (OTC) drug products and medical devices. Nephron's products are sterile, preservative, and additive free and proudly made in the USA! We are headquartered in West Columbia, South Carolina. Our location provides the ability to develop new devices and medications including respiratory therapies, ophthalmics, and injectables, for in-house or contract manufacturing opportunities. 

The facility utilizes completely automated manufacturing, packaging, and distribution systems, in addition to high volume and redundant utility systems, to ensure production system availability. Nephron specializes in Blow-Fill-Seal (BFS) manufacturing, a niche technology that allows a vial of medication to be formed, filled, and sealed in a continuous process, in a sterile, enclosed environment and without human intervention. As an industry leader in product safety and quality, Nephron produces a variety of inhalation solutions, and has distributed over 1 billion doses of respiratory medication per year since 2009. 

Nephron is currently working on research and development projects that include several new products. The company's longstanding relationships with major drug wholesalers allow us to distribute our products to retail pharmacies, mail order pharmacies, hospitals, home care companies, and long-term care facilities. Nephron has a sales force that covers all fifty states and Puerto Rico, with additional sales channels throughout South America, the Middle East, and Europe. Nephron exists to provide top-quality, affordable medications to everyone. 

Position Summary 

Responsible for assigning tasks and/or leading Engineering projects 

Participates and/or leads Engineering projects from the conceptual phase to production 

Supports production operations with technical assistance and troubleshooting insight

Performs other Engineering duties as assigned or apparent 

4500 12th Street Extension, West Columbia, SC 29172 Phone: 800.443.4313 Fax: 803.926.9853 nephronpharm.com 

Primary Accountabilities 

The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or most of the primary accountabilities listed below. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbent's performance objectives as outlined by the incumbent's immediate supervisor or manager. 

Provide leadership and supervision to the Engineering team.

Leads the design and implementation of new equipment and cost-effective equipment modifications to help improve facility safety, reliability, and throughput. 

Leads in the creation, execution, and summary reporting of Process Development studies. 

Responsible for writing and reviewing URS documents. 

Responsible for acquiring and reviewing equipment/materials quotations. 

Responsible for creating and modifying engineering, plant, and process drawings. 

Responsible for effective written, verbal, and interpersonal interactions with internal and external project teams. 

Provide technical support as needed throughout the facility. 

Interact with internal (Engineering, Operations, QA, etc.) and external customers. 

Lead Engineers assigned to a specific team 

Takes an active role in writing documentation as needed. 

Takes a leadership role in supporting other team members. 

Ability to interact with all levels of management. 

Working overtime as needed. 

Work accident-free. 

All other duties as assigned or apparent. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

BS degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering preferred. 

3+ years Pharmaceutical and/or Manufacturing experience. 

2+ years as an Engineering Manager 

Managed 2+ Engineering teams during tenure as Engineering Manager Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with a strong knowledge in Word and Excel. 

Excellent communication skills. 

Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities. 

Ability to work well independently or with a team. The ability to take strategic objectives and accept accountability to drive results through effective actions. 

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The ability to motivate and influence others, thinks globally and leverages diversity. 

The ability to effectively manage oneself, demonstrates integrity, be productive under pressure, and achieve development goals. 

Position requires bending (desk to floor), lifting (up to 15 lbs.), corrected vision (20/20), standing, sitting, typing, and walking. 

Willingness to participate in training and gain other certifications as needed. 

MUST have a valid driver's license or government issued ID. 

MUST pass a drug test. 

Salary range: Based on experience 

EEO Statement  

Nephron is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, childbirth, medical needs arising from pregnancy and childbirth and related medical conditions, including lactation, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local law. 

Nephron Pharmaceuticals is a drug free workplace.