Chemical Engineering, Consumer Packaged Goods, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Drug Manufacturing, Healthcare, Identify Issues, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Equipment, Problem Solving Skills, Product Packaging, Product/Service Launch, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Research & Development (R&D), Root Cause Analysis, Sustainability, Technical Writing, Test Plan/Schedule, Validation Documentation, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Writing Skills
Role: Packaging Engineer
Location: Washington, PA
We are seeking an experienced Packaging Engineer with strong blister packaging expertise to support packaging development, validation, and sustaining engineering activities within a regulated manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead packaging development for new product launches, reformulations, sustaining engineering, and packaging improvements.
- Support primary packaging (blister packs, bottles, films, foils, plastics) and secondary packaging (cartons, labels, inserts).
- Develop packaging specifications, technical documentation, and artwork coordination.
- Perform packaging validation and qualification activities including User Requirement Specifications, Installation Qualification, and Operational Qualification.
- Troubleshoot packaging and manufacturing issues, perform root cause analysis, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with Research & Development, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Procurement, and external suppliers.
- Support sustainability initiatives and packaging optimization projects.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related Engineering field.
- Experience in packaging engineering, packaging development, testing, or manufacturing support within pharmaceutical, consumer healthcare, medical device, or consumer packaged goods industries.
- Strong expertise in blister packaging, thermoforming, heat sealing, cold-form films, foils, plastics, and blister tooling.
- Knowledge of package integrity, moisture barrier protection, product stability, and shelf appeal.
- Experience with packaging validation, qualification documentation, and regulated manufacturing environments.
- Strong technical writing, communication, project management, data analysis, and problem-solving skills.