Packaging Engineer

Nutramax Laboratories•Lancaster, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the guidance of the Senior Packaging Engineer and Purchasing Manager, the Packaging Engineer will be involved in the packaging design and development process, the design and layout of packaging processes and the creation/maintenance of all supporting packaging documentation for existing and new products. This position considers all steps of the packaging process from the design and procurement of packaging materials through the packaging and shipping of finished products and interacts with New Product Development, Manufacturing, Sales and Marketing, Quality, Purchasing, Graphics and Planning.

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years of Package Engineering/Design experience
Excellent written, interpersonal and oral communication skills a must
Strong skills in scientific technique, problem solving, time management and cost savings required
Ability to work collaboratively with both internal team and external team
Must be detail oriented
Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a team environment under tight deadlines
Excellent written and communication skills
Must be proficient in MS Office Suite, TOPS and CAD

Nice To Haves

Experience in a GMP production and/or pharmaceutical environment is a plus
Strong understanding of Graphic Design and Printing is a plus
Minor or emphasis in Graphic Communications, Graphic Design or related field is a plus

Responsibilities

Maintains packaging material specifications database and updates SAP with relevant packaging information
Initiates change controls and authors critical packaging documents including packaging component specifications, packaging batch records, deviations, non-conformances, rework protocols, SOPs, etc.
Works with packaging suppliers to ensure that the proper technical specifications are obtained and are in place
Coordinates packaging sample requests when needed for new designs, new equipment, sales presentations, trial runs, etc.
Initiates Item Number Requests for packaging components
Designs new packaging configurations for existing and new delivery systems
Researches, sources and approves packaging materials and components
Identifies and recommends equipment based on packaging needs
Works with Product Development to identify proper stability plans and configurations for new products, new formulations and/or new skus
Provides BOMs (Bill of Materials) to Purchasing, Product Development and Operations to ensure all material combinations are ordered
Creates pallet configurations using TOPS
Troubleshoots problems on packaging lines – torque, induction sealing, metal detection, etc.
Works with external manufacturing and packaging facilities to ensure that Nutramax’s packaging needs and quality expectations are met
Remains current on new packaging materials and technologies
Assists in Complaint Investigations as they relate to packaging components (leakers, short counts, empty blisters, damage, etc.)
Works with the Maintenance Department and Operations Department to ensure the proper tooling is ordered for new packaging components if needed
Identifies and implements ways to decrease cost and improve packaging efficiencies
Coordinates/Conducts testing on packaging components when needed
Reviews and approves packaging artwork, printer proofs and 3D renderings
Communicate effectively with other departments within the organization and function within a team environment
Monitor packaging/printed material inventory levels for correct delivery dates to avoid inventory outages
Place printed material purchase orders based on approvals and lead times
Enter PPMRs in Wrike to coordinate any updates with SMEs
Place purchase orders for packaging materials
Perform other assigned duties as may be required in meeting company objectives
Regular attendance is required