Process Expert - Pharmaceutical

Opella is the purest and third-largest player globally in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market. We have an unshakable belief in the power of self-care and the role it can play in creating a healthier society and a healthier planet. That’s why we want to make self-care as simple as it should be by being consumer-led always, with science at our core. Through our unique and balanced portfolio of more than 100 loved brands, including 15 global and local high-growth challengers such as : Allegra, Dulcolax and Buscopan, we deliver our mission: helping more than half a billion consumers worldwide take their health in their hands. This mission is brought to life by an 11,000-strong team, 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites, and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers.  We are also proud to be the 1st major fast-moving consumer healthcare company to achieve B Corp certification.  **_Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands_** **JOB PURPOSE** * This role reports directly to the HCMC Operational Excellence Manager of Opella. * The Process Expert is accountable for qualifying and stabilizing production processes, developing standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure compliance with regulation, GMP and HSE through process optimization and data-driven decision-making. * This is key position for problem solving of process/production deviation. * This role is to manage **upstream processes at Solid workshop** **KEY WORK RELATIONSHIP** **Internal:** * Operational Excellence Manager – Direct reporting and alignment on improvement priorities. * APU Manager – Coordinate on process implementation and troubleshooting. * QA/QC – Ensure process compliance and resolve quality issues. * Engineering & Maintenance – Collaborate on equipment-related process improvements. * Digital/Data Team – Align on KPI tracking and digitalization projects. * TTI – key contact for launching projects * KSOL – key contact for MSEP initiatives * ME – key contact for process improvement **External:** * Regulatory Auditors – Provide process documentation and support during audits. * Technology Vendors – Assist in implementing process automation and digital tools. **KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES** Focus: Process optimization, cost efficiency, compliance, data and technology. **Process Stabilization & Standardization** * Develop and maintain SOPs and process standards in compliance with GMP/ HSE. * Monitor process performance and implement corrective actions. **Continuous Improvement** * Identify opportunities, propose initiatives for efficiency gains and cost reduction. * Support Lean, Six Sigma, and OPS programs at the workshop level. **Data Analysis & KPI Monitoring** * Collect and analyze production data to identify trends and deviations. * Provide insights to improve productivity and reduce variability. **Project Support** * Participate in new product launches, compliance upgrades, and improvement projects on behalf of production and transfer to APU. * Coordinate with EM and QA team to implement the qualifications and lead the training, documentation, standardization at production to meet the user requirement and transfer to APU. **Compliance & Audit** * Prepare process-related documentation and support internal/external audits. **ABOUT YOU** **Education:** * Upstream: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, or related field. **Experience:** * 2–3 years in pharmaceutical manufacturing or process engineering. * Knowledge of GMP and regulatory requirements. * Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. **WHY US?** At Opella, you will enjoy doing challenging, purposeful work, empowered to develop consumer brands with passion and creativity. This is your chance to grow new skills and be part of a bold, collaborative, and inclusive culture where people can thrive and be at their best every day. **We Are Challengers.** We are dedicated to making self-care as simple as it should be. That starts with our culture. We are challengers by nature, and this is how we do things: **All In Together**: We keep each other honest and have each other's backs. **Courageous**: We break boundaries and take thoughtful risks with creativity. **Outcome-Obsessed:** We are personally accountable, driving sustainable impact and results with integrity. **Radically Simple:** We strive to make things simple for us and simple for consumers, as it should be.