Junior Process Engineer

The Junior Process Engineer will support the Operations team in execution of manufacturing and filling of pilots. They shall transfer the learnings seamlessly to Operations and Quality and support first production along with troubleshooting scale-up issues. Operate as the technical liaison to customers for tech transfers and work cross-functionally between R&D, sales, quality, engineering, packaging, and project managers as the subject matter expert. The PE role is the bridge between development and production, imperative for the successful execution of new launches and product changes. This role will report to the Process Engineer Lead.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support manufacturing and filling operations by working directly with production teams on the floor to observe processes, collect data, and assist with troubleshooting during production runs.
• Assist in planning and executing pilot batches and filling line trials to support scale-up of new skincare formulations and nutraceutical powder blending.
• Document process learnings from pilot and first production runs and support knowledge transfer to Operations and Qualty.
• Collect, analyze, and report production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Assist in authoring and revising manufacturing instructions, batch records, and technical documentation to ensure clear execution on the production floor.
• Participate in troubleshooting manufacturing or filling issues and help implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Support feasibility reviews for new product launches by collaborating with R&D and Packaging teams on formulation and packaging compatibility.
• Evaluate filling compatibility and assist with development or modification of tooling where needed.
• Assist in developing range boards, finished goods specifications, and supporting quality documentation.
• Contribute to CAPAs, SOP updates, rationales, and other process documentation required for cGMP compliance.
• Maintain project tracking tools and assist with communication of project progress across R&D, Operations, Quality, and Project Management.
• Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities in manufacturing efficiency, process robustness, and documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering
• 0–2 years of experience in a manufacturing, process engineering, or cGMP environment preferred
• Internship or co-op experience in cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceuticals, food, or related manufacturing is strongly preferred.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical teams.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D)

• Competitive 401(k) match

• Paid time off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Summer Fridays)
• Monthly birthday celebrations + other fun activities!

• Daily subsidized meals

iLABS (Innovation Labs) Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.