Senior Packaging Engineer

Lifecore Biomedical Inc•Chaska, MN

1d•$95,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position offers incredible benefits and a company culture focused on development and growth which includes promotion opportunities. Lifecore has an opening for a Senior Packaging Engineer supporting our packaging department. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide hands-on technical leadership for the development, validation, implementation, and continuous improvement of packaging materials, processes, and equipment. This role partners cross-functionally to troubleshoot manufacturing issues, optimize packaging performance, lead process and equipment changes, and ensure compliant, efficient, and reliable packaging solutions that meet customer and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

BS in Engineering (Mechanical or Packaging preferred).
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, medical device or biopharmaceutical preferred.
Experience in packaging equipment specification, validation, and troubleshooting.
Experience in packaging (formed trays, cartons, shippers) design, materials, and validation.
"Hands on" mechanical aptitude and engineering skill.
In depth understanding of documents, SOP's, and technical drawings.
Ability to work with manufacturing leaders to create a more robust manufacturing operation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Cognex vision systems preferred.
Experience with pharmaceutical product serialization preferred.

Responsibilities

Leading packaging design, material selection, and sterile barrier development to meet regulatory and client requirements.
Supporting packaging production through equipment troubleshooting, operator training, and SOP authoring.
Supporting packaging validation including seal integrity testing, shipping studies, and equipment qualification.
Leading investigations and correct problems involving the manufacturing processes and equipment.
Identifying and implementing improvements to the packaging processes and equipment.
Leading the introduction of new manufacturing processes or changes to existing manufacturing processes and equipment.
Leading FMEA activities for packaging raw materials, processes, and equipment.
Performing the specification, selection, and installation of packaging equipment.
Collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to resolve packaging related issues and drive continuous improvement.

Benefits

Opportunities to learn and grow with a well-respected company.
Competitive compensation with annual reviews and a company-wide incentive bonus.
3 medical insurance plans to fit your needs and budget including an HSA Plan with a generous company contribution.
Low cost dental and vision insurance.
Short term disability, long term disability and life insurance all 100% company paid.
3 weeks PTO in the first year (increases to 4 weeks after just 2 years!)
9 paid company holidays plus 2 personal holidays.
Paid family leave
Tuition reimbursement.
401k plan with company matching contribution.