Perrigo

Packaging Engineer

Perrigo$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or similar engineering field.
  • 4-8 years of packaging development experience in an operational context.
  • Thorough knowledge of cGMPs and understanding of USP Testing and CR protocol testing.
  • Expertise in executing testing protocols for diverse packaging components.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with effective interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of package design methodologies and materials.

Responsibilities

  • Develop packaging specifications and bills of materials, including cost estimates.
  • Conduct package testing for component approval and troubleshooting.
  • Collaborate with other teams to support new product/package launches and promotions.
  • Resolve packaging issues related to quality and equipment efficiency.
  • Provide solutions for packaging component quality deviations.
  • Coordinate and document trials for new or improved packaging components.
  • Manage project changes and escalate issues as necessary.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits focused on supporting employees and their families.
  • Career development opportunities to enhance professional growth.
  • Hybrid working model allowing flexibility to work from home two days a week.
  • Recognition as one of America's Best Employers by State in 2024.
Full Job Description
Description Overview

Provides package engineering support and packaging component expertise through the design, development, and maintenance of packaging standards for various company and outside sub-contracting packaging sites.

Scope of the Role
• Develops and prepares packaging specifications and bills of materials, cost estimates and rationalizations.
• Conducts and documents package testing for component approval or troubleshooting.
• Works closely with other Business Units and functional teams to support launch of new products/packages and develop promotions and displays, develops cost savings initiatives.
• Works closely with other Business Units to resolve packaging issues associated with packaging component quality, packaging equipment, and packaging line efficiencies.
• Provide deviation resolutions related to packaging component quality.
• Coordinates, conducts, and documents packaging line trials for new or improved packaging components.
• Manages changes; resolves or escalates project issues using red flags or scope changes.
• Works closely with team members, managers, and directors to clearly articulate project status, noted issues and potential solutions.
• Participates in the selection of new equipment and/or tooling.
• Up to 15% travel is required.

Experience Required
• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or other engineering discipline; typically, 4-8 years of packaging development experience in an operational environment.
• Possesses thorough knowledge of cGMPs, and a working knowledge of USP Testing and CR protocol testing.
• Ability to execute testing protocols for a wide variety of packaging components.
• Proven ability to work independently toward specific goals and to exercise initiative in identifying projects.
• Strong analytical skills, problem solving skills, interpersonal skills, and a commitment to customer service.
• Demonstrated broad knowledge of methods in package design, testing, and packaging materials.

Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

Find out more about Total Rewards at Perrigo.

Hybrid Working Approach
We love our offices and the setting they provide for in-person collaboration and celebration. But we also appreciate the opportunity to work remotely can energise you too, so we promote flexibility with the ability to work two days a week from home in many roles.

We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out more here

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About Perrigo

Perrigo Company plc is an Irish–registered manufacturer of private label over-the-counter pharmaceuticals, and while 70% of Perrigo's net sales are from the U.S. healthcare system, Perrigo is legally headquartered in Ireland for tax purposes. The company's shares are traded on the NYSE and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange; as of 2015, its largest shareholders are the Vanguard Group and BlackRock. Perrigo is the only non-Israeli company listed on the Tel Aviv 100 Index. The company produces a wide variety of products, including generic drugs, infant formulas, and nutritional products. Perrigo is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Learn more about Perrigo
Size
9,900 employees
Market Cap
$4.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$162.6 million
Founded
1887
5 Year Trend
-4.8%
Revenue
$5 billion
NASDAQ

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