Engineer III, Packaging/Labeling
Engineer III, Packaging/Labeling
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Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance Laboratory Setting Office Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses gowning gloves lab coat ear plugs etc.)Job Description
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Supervisor Packaging Engineering the Engineer III Packaging/Labeling will work as a member of the SUD Network Engineering team supporting a global business with sites in North America Europe and Asia and will work within existing packaging engineering frameworks and project management systems to deliver on impactful projects. The individual will lead out in implementing and supporting improvements to drive packaging quality and process efficiency across all business units within the ThermoFisher Single Use Division (SUD) as well as support new product introduction (NPI) projects to specify design and qualify new packaging systems and processes. The engineer will also support the quality group in timely resolution of corrective actions (CAPAs) including design updates confirmation testing and specification updates. The individual may also lead the re-qualification of existing packaging systems as opportunities for improvements are identified.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in an engineering field (Packaging Science or Mechanical Engineering preferred) with 5 years proven experience
- OR Masters degree in the same with 3 years experience
Professional Requirements
- Shown ability to solve packaging challenges using systematic methods
- Comfortable designing and implementing packaging systems using packaging materials such as corrugated board foams wood crates polymers adhesives and films.
- Experience in technical writing including engineering protocols and reports as well as development and implementation of manufacturing process documentation
- Experience with packaging test methods and equipment including ISTA and ASTM packaging test standards
- Familiarity with sterilization processes such as gamma beam VHP and autoclave a plus
- Experience working in an FDA regulated manufacturing environment
- Experienced with CAD design programs such as Solidworks and ArtiosCAD
- A track record of alignment to highly visible project schedules and budgets
- Self-motivated with good problem solving communication and organizational skills
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with R&D colleagues by designing and qualifying packaging systems for new product initiatives (NPIs)
- Collaborate with operations colleagues by completing cost savings projects and/or quality improvement projects related to packaging
- Identify assess and implement packaging design sustainability and process improvement opportunities on existing tertiary secondary and primary level packaging systems
- Support CAPA investigations and root cause analysis activities as they relate to packaging within the business
- Leverage existing packaging supplier networks and assist in qualifying new packaging suppliers to support business objectives
- Build and maintain packaging specifications test plans procedures and reports
- Continually learn and apply lessons learned through project execution and understanding of new industry technologies. Experience growth in your role as you set and deliver on personal development goals
- Limited (<5%) travel
Benefits:
- 401k with a generous company match
- Participation in the company Annual Incentive Program (AIP) ThermoFishers annual bonus program
- Full Dental Medical and Vision benefits for employee and dependents
- Access to additional benefits such as the Employee Assistance Program
- Access to ThermoFishers employee tuition assistance program
- Paid bonding leave benefits
- Company discounts on a wide variety of products and services
- Access to on-site complimentary drinks!
Employment Type
Full-Time
