Senior Packaging Engineer

Bachelor’s degree.
5 years of experience with direct packaging development.
Minitab or similar certification.
Must be able to perform statistical analysis for TMVs/Gage R&Rs.
Strong presentation and interpersonal skills including communication at all levels and with customers.
Proficiency with Protocol, SOP, and Work Instruction.

Define, specify and document packaging requirements and materials. Characterize, test, validate, and implement new package designs and labeling to meet Medline and OEM needs.
Develop specifications and provide support and oversight for mechanical and packaging systems in order to resolve issues as they arise. Lead and facilitate packaging improvement activities.
Complete specific validation and verification activities to ensure design meets intended requirements.
Negotiate with suppliers in the development of packaging components and materials. Develop, implement and manage cost reduction efforts for packaging activities.
Interface with cross functional teams including manufacturing, marketing, OEM, customers and suppliers on project plans, timelines, design/development, and improvement feedback. Organize resources to ensure milestones are reached with high quality, in budget results.
Maintain accurate, compliant, and organized documentation to meet customer and regulatory needs.

Bachelor’s degree in Material Science or Packaging Engineering.
10 years of experience with direct packaging development in a related industry strongly preferred.
Experience working with sterilized products.
Black Belt Certification.
Training and experience in Lean and Six Sigma or equivalent.
Bilingual in English and Spanish; Proficient writing in Spanish.
Experience with Software Validations.