Sr. Manager, Process Engineering, Vivid

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Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege.

​Manufacturing​

Our supply chain is the backbone of our business. It's how we get our trusted products to people all over the world, safely and efficiently. And it's our talented and passionate teams that make this happen.

If you're looking for a career in supply chain, there's no better place to be than Reckitt. We offer a variety of exciting opportunities in all areas of the supply chain, from planning and procurement to manufacturing and logistics. You could join our Global Supply Planning team to develop and implement our global supply strategy, or work with our Procurement Centre of Excellence team to negotiate and manage our supplier relationships.

Our Manufacturing Excellence team help us improve the efficiency, quality and safety of our manufacturing operations, and our Logistics Excellence team develop new and innovative ways to distribute our products to customers.

About the role

The Process Engineering Sr. Manager leads the process engineering aspects for project VIVID across both the new routine and specialty plants from start to finish. They provide input to the process design, build and commissioning stages of the project. They ensure that these aspects are completed in line with the project schedule.

Your responsibilities

• Ensure up to date technology and manufacturing methods are built into the equipment design: Ensure the equipment and facilities covered by Vivid are selected to ensure current and future needs.
• Ensure Hygienic design and food safety elements are built into the project: Collaborate with the cross-functional team to embed HD design principles into the project.  These must be based on global best practices such as, but not limited to 3A and EDHEG standards. Develop effective plans for Plant CIP / COP / Master Sanitation.  Apply the understanding of HACCP, GMPs and regulatory requirements to process design and qualifications.
• Cross-functional coordination: Work with other teams to ensure the project design and implementation is successful and work to remove barriers to execution.
• Manage risks: Identify and manage risks that could delay the project or damage its delivery against the URS
• Manage and communicates with stakeholders: Manage expectations of stakeholders and internal customers. Ensures the Technical Director, the supply team and the R&D team are kept up to date on all developments in project Vivid. Raises critical issues in a timely manner.

The experience we're looking for

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in infant formula process engineering and manufacturing
• Knowledge of FDA, USDA, and state food safety regulations
• Experience in CIP, Liquid Milk Processing, Spray Drying, Blending, Powder Transport
• Knowledge of nutritional products, food chemistry, analytical sampling and testing, and product formulation strongly desired.
• Bachelor’s degree Chemical Engineering or equivalent
• Ability to travel as needed to support the project

The skills for success

- Strong background in manufacturing technology, ideally in pharmaceuticals or the FMCG industry.
- Knowledge of pertinent UK, EU, and FDA standards and legislation.
- Proven leadership, with the ability to nurture teams and influence at multiple levels.
- Solid understanding of material properties and manufacturing technology.
- Experience working with various teams using adaptable communication strategies.
- Skilled in establishing and fostering relationships with business partners and managing external contracts effectively.

What we offer

With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way.

We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.

US salary ranges

[[USD]] [[134,000]]  -  [[202,000]]

US pay transparency

The base salary range for this role will vary based on experience in job and industry, training and education, skills relevant to the position, and other factors permitted by law.  In addition to the base salary, the position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, which is subject to change each year.

Reckitt offers eligible employees competitive benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; paid time off for vacation, sick, and Company recognized holidays; a 401(K) plan; generous paid parental leave; adoption and fertility support; tuition reimbursement; product discounts; and much more!

If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete your application, please contact NAtalentacquisition@reckitt.com. Reckitt is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

Equality

We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.