Sr. Packaging Process Engineer

Be part of a successful Packaging Process Engineering team driving innovation in packaging processes and equipment for orthopedic medical devices. Located in Memphis, you'll make a meaningful impact by supporting new product launches and leading cost-improvement efforts in a collaborative, team-focused environment. What will you be doing? • Leads packaging process engineering projects from concept through implementation. • Identifies and pilots innovative technologies and equipment to improve packaging processes. • Develops packaging processes, including sealing/forming equipment, vision systems, labeling/barcoding, electronic data systems (eDHR), and in process quality testing. • Supports new product development and design transfer activities to ensure launch readiness. • Provides SME support for regulatory submissions and reviews. • Mentors packaging engineering and production staff. • Establishes and maintains packaging validation processes in compliance with ISO 11607-2. • Provides technical support to local and remote packaging operations for equipment validations, process documentation, and process problem solving. • Investigates packaging and labeling process related concerns, works to ensure packaging systems are consistent with current packaging standards for sterile and non-sterile medical devices. • Participates in NC/CAPA process and complaint investigations. • Supports packaging equipment, product, and supplier transfers, as well as design and material changes. • Creates and maintains process documentation within change management systems. What will you need to be successful? • Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical area. Master's degree preferred. • Minimum 5 years of packaging experience in regulated industry. Medical device or health care product industry preferred but not required. • Experience with heat-sealing process and equipment for trays and pouches. Form-fill-seal automation, modified atmosphere packaging, PLC/HMI programming, labeling process, and vision systems preferred by not required. • Experience with ISO 11607, FDA, GMP, ASTM and ISTA standards. • Effective communication and technical writing skills. You Unlimited. We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. • Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/). • Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement • Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day • Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program • Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship • Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more! #LI-ONSITE