W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

Medical Packaging Process Engineer

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.$85K — $110K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science (Chemical, Mechanical, Materials, or related field) with 2 years of hands-on manufacturing experience.
  • Proven ability to use engineering fundamentals and statistical tools for process development and optimization.
  • Strong collaboration skills to work effectively across various departments such as engineering, maintenance, and quality.
  • Demonstrated project management skills from development through to completion.
  • Effective communication skills to document and present complex technical concepts to varied audiences.
  • Experience with structured problem-solving techniques, such as DMAIC and 5-Why analysis.
  • Willingness to travel up to 10% for work-related needs.

Responsibilities

  • Support manufacturing of new and existing medical packages for consistency and compliance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage project schedules focusing on quality and process improvements.
  • Control critical process inputs to maintain product quality and specifications.
  • Procure and implement new equipment and raw materials for production needs.
  • Resolve technical uncertainties by applying engineering principles and structured methodologies.
  • Investigate production issues using formal problem-solving techniques and implement corrective measures.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on Day 1 of employment.
  • Flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement, balancing onsite and remote work.
  • Participation in an Associate Stock Ownership Plan, fostering investment in company success.
  • Opportunities for profit-sharing based on company performance.
  • A competitive and flexible total rewards package designed for well-being.
Full Job Description
Medical Packaging Process Engineer

Req Id: 1835

State/Province: Maryland

Business: Gore Medical Products

Category: Engineering, Scientists & Technicians

Sub-Category: Engineering

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Posting Start Date: 6/30/26

Posting End Date: 7/16/26

We are looking for a Process Engineer to join the Medical Packaging Team. In this role you will support manufacturing primarily through equipment monitoring and repair, ensuring a steady supply of quality raw materials, cross-functional influence and continuous improvement.

This position will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement.

Pay and Benefits:
  • $85,000 - $110,000 per year
  • Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits. More details are available at www.gore.com/careers/benefits


Responsibilities

  • Provide support for manufacturing of new and existing packages, ensuring stable, capable, and compliant processes
  • Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, Procurement, and New Product Development Integrators to define and execute project schedules for validation, commercialization and continuous improvement of product quality, process capability, ergonomics, safety, environmental impact, and cost
  • Identify, characterize, and control critical process inputs to ensure reliable delivery of products meeting all specifications and quality system requirements
  • Specify, procure, and implement new equipment and materials
  • Identify technical uncertainties, apply engineering fundamentals, and drive resolution of technical challenges using structured methodologies
  • Apply formal problem-solving techniques to investigate nonconformances, raw material issues, and component failures; develop and implement corrective and preventive actions


Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science (Chemical, Mechanical, Materials, or related field) AND a minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience supporting manufacturing
  • Proven capability to apply engineering fundamentals and statistical tools to develop, optimize, and troubleshoot processes (DoE, validation methodologies, and lean manufacturing principles)
  • Strong collaboration and influencing skills across engineering, maintenance, quality, and manufacturing
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize, plan, and execute projects from development through completion
  • Strong ability to document, communicate, and present complex technical work to diverse audiences
  • Demonstrated ability to apply structured problem-solving approaches such as DMAIC, PDCA, 5-Why, Why Trees, and Fishbone analysis
  • Ability to identify critical issues and failure modes, perform risk-based decision making, and drive resolution
  • Ability to travel up to 10%


Desired Qualifications

  • Experience working within a regulated quality system
  • Packaging Experience (Sealing, Boxing, Labeling)


What We Offer

Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for "profit-sharing". Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

Information at a Glance

About W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. is a manufacturing company that specializes in advanced materials and products. The company was founded in 1958 by Wilbert L. Gore and Robert W. Gore and is headquartered in Newark, Delaware. W. L. Gore & Associates is known for its innovative products, including Gore-Tex fabric, which is used in outdoor clothing and footwear. The company also produces medical devices, electronic components, and industrial products. W. L. Gore & Associates has operations in over 30 countries and is a privately held company.
Learn more about W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Revenue
$3.8 billion

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