Packaging Engineer

About the role

This Packaging Engineer role focuses on designing, implementing, and optimizing pharmaceutical packaging systems within a cGMP manufacturing environment. The position manages packaging specifications, supports packaging-related projects and product launches, leads change controls, troubleshoots packaging issues, and serves as a key technical resource for packaging operations while ensuring compliance with GMP requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain pharmaceutical packaging systems and specifications to support existing and new products.
• Manage packaging-related changes, including leading change controls and coordinating documentation throughout the change management process.
• Lead and support packaging projects and product launches from planning through implementation, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met.
• Troubleshoot packaging and equipment issues on the packaging lines, identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Work closely with operations to improve packaging line performance, efficiency, and reliability.
• Translate customer and internal stakeholder requirements into practical, compliant packaging solutions.
• Support serialization initiatives and ensure packaging operations align with GMP and other regulatory compliance requirements.
• Train employees on packaging processes, procedures, and best practices to promote consistent and compliant operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, quality, engineering, and clients to resolve issues and implement improvements.
• Develop and maintain packaging specifications, including labels, cartons, bottles, and pallet configurations where applicable.
• Support continuous improvement activities related to packaging processes, equipment, and documentation.
• Contribute to validation and qualification activities for packaging equipment and processes as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience working in a pharmaceutical cGMP environment.
• Experience working in regulated manufacturing with a strong understanding of GMP compliance and documentation requirements.
• At least 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry supporting packaging operations, manufacturing, or engineering activities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment, particularly within pharmaceutical packaging or production environments.
• Hands-on experience with packaging systems, production processes, or manufacturing operations.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical and process issues related to packaging lines and equipment.
• Project management experience managing projects from planning through implementation.
• Experience with change management, including documentation and coordination of change controls.
• Ability to coordinate and communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders across operations, quality, engineering, and client teams.
• Demonstrated experience in packaging within a manufacturing environment.
• Pharmaceutical packaging experience in GMP or FDA-regulated facilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Pharmaceutical packaging experience with exposure to various packaging formats and configurations.
• Experience with serialization in pharmaceutical packaging operations.
• Experience developing and maintaining packaging specifications, including labels, cartons, bottles, and pallet configurations.
• Previous involvement in change control processes within a regulated environment.
• Validation experience related to packaging equipment or processes.
• Continuous improvement experience, including identifying and implementing process improvements on packaging lines.
• Exposure to ERP and/or MES systems used in manufacturing and packaging operations.
• Experience in packaging engineering, packaging design, or packaging line support.
• Experience in medical device or mechanical packaging environments is beneficial.
• Strong communication and training skills to effectively guide and support operations staff.
• Interest in professional growth and development within engineering-focused career paths.

Work Environment

The role operates within a pharmaceutical manufacturing and packaging environment that adheres to cGMP and FDA regulatory requirements. The Packaging Engineer works on and around packaging lines, production equipment, and related systems, supporting day-to-day operations and project activities. The environment is structured, process-driven, and highly regulated, with a strong emphasis on documentation, quality, and compliance. Team members collaborate closely with operations, quality, engineering, and client-facing groups. The position offers opportunities for career growth within engineering and provides benefits that include paid holidays and paid time off. Work is performed on-site in a pharmaceutical packaging facility, where adherence to safety procedures, cleanliness standards, and appropriate attire is expected in accordance with facility and GMP requirements.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $48.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)