Package Engineer

Package engineer needs 3 years relevant Package Engineering experience
Package engineer requires:
3+ years of relevant Package Engineering experience preferred in the regulated medical device industry
Knowledge of glass vial, labels, folding carton, corrugated, and transport packaging.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical, problem solving, insight generation and critical thinking skills
Self-initiator, results driven and action & detail oriented Preferred:
Familiarity with GS1 Barcoding Standards a plus.
Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator a plus.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Outlook, Power Point, and Excel.
Strong project / program management skills
Ability to effectively work within a cross functional team to expedite completion of critical project tasks. In addition, can work independently with minimal supervision.
Working knowledge of the validation requirements for Medical Devices.
Ability to select and execute the appropriate statistical tools and provide the practical conclusions and inferences during the process development and validation activities.
Working knowledge of Six Sigma/Process Excellence Tools (DMAIIC, DMADV, or Lean) which include Design of Experiments, capability analysis, sampling statistics and techniques, CTQ flow down, C/E Matrix, pFMEA, fish bone diagrams, etc.
Candidates with experience using Minitab are preferred.
A very good understanding of part prints and drawings.
Demonstrated experience in the development and execution of project plans.
Excellent communication skills; making complex issues easy for others to understand and the ability to prepare communications for team and project documentation.

Package engineer duties:
Assist in driving improvements throughout supply chain/cold chain
Generate Package Testing Protocols and Reports aligning to ASTM and ISTA standards.
Develop Packaging specifications, Packaging Work Instructions, and Bills of Material.
Designing Packaging for Manufacturability, performance, at optimum cost.
Work with Packaging Vendors to create mock-ups of new design concepts.
Provide technical feedback on equivalency of replacement materials due to cost or obsolescence issues.
Track and report progress at project and departmental meetings.
Awareness of packaging trends, process improvements, and new technologies. Communicate and introduce as applicable.
Will be a member of multidisciplinary project teams and be called on to lead teams for tasks that are focused on packaging issues. changes are carried through to current and future related materials.
Employment Type: Temporary
Salary: $ 31.00 Per Hour