Packaging Engineer
Katalyst CRO · Buffalo, NY · 2 wk ago
HybridEngineeringContract
Responsibilities
- Packaging & Manufacturing Engineering:
- Design and develop primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging systems for medical devices.
- Select and qualify packaging materials (pouches, blisters, trays, cartons, labels).
- Support packaging line setup, equipment qualification, and process optimization.
- Develop and maintain manufacturing processes aligned with product and packaging requirements.
- Drive cost reduction and efficiency improvements without compromising quality or compliance.
- Validation & Regulatory Compliance:
- Lead and/or support packaging and manufacturing validations, including IQ / OQ / PQ.
- Package integrity testing (seal strength, bubble leak, dye penetration).
- Distribution simulation and shelf life (aging) studies.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 11607, FDA 21 CFR 820/QSR, ISO 13485, and applicable ASTM and internal standards.
- Author and review validation protocols, reports, and technical documentation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferred: Packaging, Biomedical Engineering, or related field).
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in medical device packaging and manufacturing.
- Experience with ISO 11607, FDA 21 CFR 820/QSR, and ISO 13485.
- Strong knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with industry-standard software tools.
Skills
- Packaging and manufacturing engineering principles.
- Regulatory compliance and quality assurance.
- Cost analysis and process improvement techniques.
- Project management and leadership skills.
- Technical writing and documentation.
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Flexible working hours and remote work options.
- Professional development opportunities and training programs.
- Health insurance and retirement benefits.
Schedule
- Full-time position.
- Standard Monday through Friday workweek.
Pay
- $XX.XX - $XX.XX per hour based on experience.