Bio-Rad Laboratories

VAVE Packaging Engineer

Bio-Rad Laboratories$107K — $148K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Packaging, Industrial, Mechanical, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in a regulated industry.
  • Mid-level understanding of statistical techniques and validation methods.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
  • Knowledge of Design of Experiments methods and familiarity with ISTA/ASTM testing.
  • Experience with sustainable packaging materials and labeling systems.

Responsibilities

  • Consolidate SKUs and standardize pack-outs to reduce material use and freight.
  • Design and qualify shippers and kits for various temperature-controlled lanes.
  • Select insulation materials and configurations to enhance delivery performance.
  • Advance sustainable packaging initiatives with measurable cost and carbon reductions.
  • Strengthen labeling robustness to minimize scanning failures and relabeling.
  • Create packaging cost assessments and partner with suppliers for savings.

Benefits

  • Competitive medical plans for employees and their families.
  • Free HSA funds and fertility support stipend.
  • 401k with profit sharing and employee stock purchase program.
  • Paid parental leave and mental health support.
  • Extensive learning and development opportunities and education benefits.
Full Job Description
As a Packaging Engineer in Value Engineering, you`ll support Bio-Rad`s diagnostics and life-science portfolio by consolidating and optimizing primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging-including cold-chain systems and compliant labeling. Collaborating with internal teams, and suppliers, you`ll right-size materials, improve cube and freight, and lead thermal/distribution validations. You`ll also build a deep understanding of packaging processes and the safety, environmental, and quality regulations that ensure we deliver for our customers.

How You`ll Make An Impact:
  • Consolidate SKUs and standardize pack-outs to reduce material use and freight, improving cube utilization and total landed cost.
  • Design/qualify shippers and kits for Ambient/2-8 °C/-20 °C lanes; run ISTA/ASTM and thermal validations to cut excursion rates and damage.
  • Select PCMs/insulation and pallet/carton configurations that raise on-time, in-spec delivery performance.
  • Advance sustainable packaging (PCR, recyclable mono-materials, re-usable shippers) with measured cost and carbon reductions.
  • Strengthen labeling robustness-materials/adhesives for cold/condensation, UDI/GS1, print/verify-to minimize relabeling and scanning failures.
  • Create packaging should-costs and partner with suppliers to deliver PPV/logistics savings.

What You Bring:
  • Education: B.S. in Packaging, Industrial, Mechanical, or a related field.
  • Work Experience: 3+ years of experience in a similar regulated industry.
  • A mid-level understanding of statistical techniques, validation methods and the ability to solve manufacturing and operational issues.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, consultative, and relationship-management skills, with experience collaborating across R&D, QA/RA, Manufacturing, and Suppliers.
  • Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DoE) methods; familiarity with ISTA/ASTM testing, PCM/insulation selection.
  • Experience with sustainable packaging approaches and labeling systems (materials/adhesives for cold/condensation, UDI/GS1).

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we`re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That`s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee`s work and life cycle.

Benefits: We`re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG`s), and more!

Compensation: The estimated base salary range for this position is $107,900 to $148,400 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance.

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.

Agency Non-Solicitation:Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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Legal Entity: (USA_1000)Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.

About Bio-Rad Laboratories

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. is an American multinational manufacturer and distributor of life science research and clinical diagnostic products. The company was founded in 1952 in Berkeley, California, by husband and wife team David and Alice Schwartz. The company is a member of the S&P 400 index and has its headquarters in Hercules, California. Bio-Rad's products are used for research and development in the life science market, as well as in clinical diagnostics and industrial markets.
Learn more about Bio-Rad Laboratories
Size
7,900 employees
Market Cap
$12.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.8 billion
5 Year Trend
+7.2%
Revenue
$2.5 billion
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