Entry Level Process Leader Jobs
New grad process leader jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on project experience can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Electronics & Hardware, Manufacturing, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, ASM, and Nevada Gold Mines hiring at this level now.
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Description
Verista's 500 experts team up with the world's most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world's most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision-making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities.
Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day.
Company Culture Guidelines & Values:
- We empower and support our colleagues
- We commit to client success at every turn
- We have the courage to do the right thing
- We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged.
- We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise
Process Engineer Responsibilities:
- Meet with stakeholders and SMEs to gather input and develop PV protocols in preparation for and throughout Process Performance Qualification (PPQ)
- Coordinate execution of PV protocols, including sampling plans, testing, data tracking, and data collection
- Partner with internal functional groups (such as Manufacturing, Quality, Quality Control, and MSAT) and external CDMOs and contract laboratories to keep sampling, testing, and reporting on schedule
- Provide day-to-day oversight of vendor and CDMO PV activities, tracking milestones, deliverables, and open items and escalating risks to SMEs and project leadership
- Track and compile PV data, reviewing it for completeness and accuracy and flagging trends or unexpected results to SMEs
- Support the documentation and resolution of deviations and discrepancies that arise during protocol execution
- Summarize PV protocol execution and results in final reports, and prepare final packages for SME review and approval
- Maintain protocol, sampling, and data trackers, communicate status and timelines to project stakeholders, and ensure all activities comply with GMP, internal procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Biomedical, Biochemical, or similar), Life Sciences, or a related technical field
- 2-5 years of experience in MSAT, process engineering, or manufacturing processes within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device environment
- Working knowledge of process validation concepts, including PV protocols, PPQ, and sampling and testing strategies
- Experience with CDMO or vendor oversight is valuable, including coordinating sampling, testing, and data collection across internal teams and external partners
- Project management experience or demonstrated ability to track deliverables, timelines, and cross-functional action items is valuable
- Strong technical writing skills, with experience drafting or contributing to protocols and summary reports
- Strong organization, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with SMEs and cross-functional stakeholders and manage multiple activities and deadlines
Benefits
Why Choose Verista?
- High growth potential and fast-paced organization with a people-focused culture
- Competitive pay plus performance-based incentive programs
- Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurances
- FSA, DCARE, Commuter Benefits
- Supplemental Life, Hospital, Critical Illness and Legal Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
- Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
- As Needed Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
- Employee Recognition
- Employee Referral Program
- Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement
Verista collects and processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws. If you are a California Job Applicant, see the privacy notice for further details.
Description
Verista's 500 experts team up with the world's most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world's most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision-making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities.
Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day.
Company Culture Guidelines & Values:
- We empower and support our colleagues
- We commit to client success at every turn
- We have the courage to do the right thing
- We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged.
- We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise
Process Engineer Responsibilities:
- Meet with stakeholders and SMEs to gather input and develop PV protocols in preparation for and throughout Process Performance Qualification (PPQ)
- Coordinate execution of PV protocols, including sampling plans, testing, data tracking, and data collection
- Partner with internal functional groups (such as Manufacturing, Quality, Quality Control, and MSAT) and external CDMOs and contract laboratories to keep sampling, testing, and reporting on schedule
- Provide day-to-day oversight of vendor and CDMO PV activities, tracking milestones, deliverables, and open items and escalating risks to SMEs and project leadership
- Track and compile PV data, reviewing it for completeness and accuracy and flagging trends or unexpected results to SMEs
- Support the documentation and resolution of deviations and discrepancies that arise during protocol execution
- Summarize PV protocol execution and results in final reports, and prepare final packages for SME review and approval
- Maintain protocol, sampling, and data trackers, communicate status and timelines to project stakeholders, and ensure all activities comply with GMP, internal procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Biomedical, Biochemical, or similar), Life Sciences, or a related technical field
- 2-5 years of experience in MSAT, process engineering, or manufacturing processes within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device environment
- Working knowledge of process validation concepts, including PV protocols, PPQ, and sampling and testing strategies
- Experience with CDMO or vendor oversight is valuable, including coordinating sampling, testing, and data collection across internal teams and external partners
- Project management experience or demonstrated ability to track deliverables, timelines, and cross-functional action items is valuable
- Strong technical writing skills, with experience drafting or contributing to protocols and summary reports
- Strong organization, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with SMEs and cross-functional stakeholders and manage multiple activities and deadlines
Benefits
Why Choose Verista?
- High growth potential and fast-paced organization with a people-focused culture
- Competitive pay plus performance-based incentive programs
- Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurances
- FSA, DCARE, Commuter Benefits
- Supplemental Life, Hospital, Critical Illness and Legal Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
- Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
- As Needed Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
- Employee Recognition
- Employee Referral Program
- Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement
Verista collects and processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws. If you are a California Job Applicant, see the privacy notice for further details.
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Entry Level Process Leader Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level process leader job?
Focus on demonstrating process improvement thinking, even from coursework or internships. Employers at this level look for candidates who understand workflow documentation, quality standards, and cross-functional communication. Highlighting a project where you identified an inefficiency, proposed a solution, and tracked results gives you a concrete edge. Certifications like Lean Six Sigma White or Yellow Belt signal commitment without requiring years of experience.
Which companies hire entry level process leaders?
Companies hiring entry level process leaders right now include Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, ASM, and Nevada Gold Mines, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare operations employers who build internal talent pipelines by bringing in junior candidates and training them on their specific processes.
Are there remote entry level process leader jobs?
Yes, though most entry level process leader roles are on-site given the hands-on nature of the work. About 6% of entry level process leader openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to appear in industries like technology operations or business process outsourcing where workflows can be managed digitally.
Are these new grad process leader jobs?
Yes, many of these openings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically calls for zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or academic project work as a substitute, or specifically invites candidates with a relevant degree and a willingness to learn on the job.
Which industries hire the most entry level process leaders?
Entry Level process leader roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Manufacturing, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on repeatable, high-volume operations where junior process leaders can contribute quickly while building the foundational skills needed to advance.