Packaging Engineer - DBSI Services : Job Details

Job Title: Packaging Engineer - Pharmaceutical / Biotech IndustryLocation: Danbury, ConnecticutIndustry: Pharmaceutical / BiotechJob Category: Engineering - Industrial / ManufacturingResponsible for Package Technology projects necessary to design, develop and transfer costeffective and sound packaging for pharmaceutical products. Determines packaging specificationsaccording to the nature of the product, cost limitations, legal requirements, and the type ofprotection required, considering need for resistance to such external variables as moisture, corrosivechemicals, temperature variations, light, heat, handling and tampering. Essential Responsibilities / Duties Works on complex problems in which analysis of situation or data requires an in-depth evaluation ofvarious factors. Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selectingmethods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. May determine methods andprocedures on new assignments and may provide guidance to other lower-level personnel. Interactsin a team environment as part of the development, transfer and launch project structures, as well asrequired to work independently on the technical and regulatory tasks necessary to supportcorporate and team goals. •Design drug product packaging in support of the drug development process by identifying:o Critical drug product attributes as defined by Development teamso Commercialization requirements set by Marketingo Regulatory needs supporting NDA submission, review and approvalo Production efficiencies and standards as necessary•Develop packaging technologies using engineering principles and scientific analysis to collectand synthesize data relating to package and drug product performance.•Implement package design solutions in a commercial environment, by leading &coordinating project activities, including equipment selection, procurement and qualificationand logistics associated with contract packaging sites.•Support clinical supply activities by designing appropriate drug product packaging.•Scale up packaging technologies to production by compiling and executing the necessarytechnical and financial plans.•Write, create and establish regulatory and purchasing specifications for packagingrequirements (components, in process controls) based upon development and transferactivities.•Coordinate and participate in the launch activities related to packaging which are requiredto support new product introductions.•Lead and participate in project teams as required utilizing good communication, analytical,organizational and leadership skills.•Generate written development and investigational reports in support of packagecomponents, materials, equipment and processes. Duties and responsibilities are not limitedto the work listed above and may include other assignments as necessary. Qualifications •BS Degree in Package Engineering or related field, with a minimum 5-8 years' experience inpackage engineering in pharmaceuticals or related field, or MS degree with 3-6 years'experience in package engineering in pharmaceutical or related field. •Working knowledge of materials test methodology, laboratory procedures and packagingequipment.•Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.•Knowledge of cGMP's and various regulatory aspects affecting pharmaceutical packagingdevelopment and operations. Skills and Certifications [note: bold skills and certification are required]Packaging Engineer5 years' experiencePharmaceutical experience highly preferredSecurity Clearance Required: NoVisa Candidate Considered: NoCompensation: $110,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year MAKING THE INDUSTRY'S BEST MATCHESDBSI Services is widely recognized as one of the industry's fastest growing staffing agencies. Thanks to our longstanding experience in various industries, we have the capacity to build meaningful, long-lasting relationships with all our clients. Our success is a result of our commitment to the best people, the best solutions and the best results. Our Story:Founded in 1995Privately Owned CorporationManaging Partner Business ModelHeadquartered in New JerseyUS Based Engineers OnlyCollaborative Team ApproachMethodology and Process DrivenGET HIREDTop performing engineers are the foundation of our business. Our priority is building strongrelationships with each employment candidate we work with. You can trust our professionalrecruiters to invest the time required to fully understand your skills, explore your professionalgoals and help you find the right career opportunities.