Packaging Engineer

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Packaging Engineer Job Description

This Packaging Engineer role focuses on designing, implementing, and optimizing pharmaceutical packaging systems within a cGMP manufacturing environment. The position manages packaging specifications, supports packaging-related projects and product launches, leads change controls, troubleshoots packaging issues, and serves as a key technical resource for packaging operations while ensuring compliance with GMP requirements.

• Design, develop, and maintain pharmaceutical packaging systems and specifications to support existing and new products.

• Manage packaging-related changes, including leading change controls and coordinating documentation throughout the change management process.

• Lead and support packaging projects and product launches from planning through implementation, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met.

• Troubleshoot packaging and equipment issues on the packaging lines, identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.

• Work closely with operations to improve packaging line performance, efficiency, and reliability.

• Translate customer and internal stakeholder requirements into practical, compliant packaging solutions.

• Support serialization initiatives and ensure packaging operations align with GMP and other regulatory compliance requirements.

• Train employees on packaging processes, procedures, and best practices to promote consistent and compliant operations.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, quality, engineering, and clients to resolve issues and implement improvements.

• Develop and maintain packaging specifications, including labels, cartons, bottles, and pallet configurations where applicable.

• Support continuous improvement activities related to packaging processes, equipment, and documentation.

• Contribute to validation and qualification activities for packaging equipment and processes as needed.

• Minimum 1 year of experience working in a pharmaceutical cGMP environment.

• Experience working in regulated manufacturing with a strong understanding of GMP compliance and documentation requirements.

• At least 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry supporting packaging operations, manufacturing, or engineering activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering.

• Understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment, particularly within pharmaceutical packaging or production environments.

• Hands-on experience with packaging systems, production processes, or manufacturing operations.

• Ability to troubleshoot technical and process issues related to packaging lines and equipment.

• Project management experience managing projects from planning through implementation.

• Experience with change management, including documentation and coordination of change controls.

• Ability to coordinate and communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders across operations, quality, engineering, and client teams.

• Demonstrated experience in packaging within a manufacturing environment.

• Pharmaceutical packaging experience in GMP or FDA-regulated facilities.

• Pharmaceutical packaging experience with exposure to various packaging formats and configurations.

• Experience with serialization in pharmaceutical packaging operations.

• Experience developing and maintaining packaging specifications, including labels, cartons, bottles, and pallet configurations.

• Previous involvement in change control processes within a regulated environment.

• Validation experience related to packaging equipment or processes.

• Continuous improvement experience, including identifying and implementing process improvements on packaging lines.

• Exposure to ERP and/or MES systems used in manufacturing and packaging operations.

• Experience in packaging engineering, packaging design, or packaging line support.

• Experience in medical device or mechanical packaging environments is beneficial.

• Strong communication and training skills to effectively guide and support operations staff.

• Interest in professional growth and development within engineering-focused career…