Senior Packaging Specialist, R&D

West Pharmaceutical Services; Eschweiler; Hybrid; EUR 77.000 - 98.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work arrangement

Onsite 3 days per week

Zusammenfassung

West Pharmaceutical Services is seeking a Senior Packaging Specialist for R&D in Eschweiler. You will lead packaging projects, collaborate with global teams, and drive sterile containment packaging solutions throughout lifecycle management.

A hybrid onsite requirement is in place with no relocation provided. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in packaging, engineering knowledge, and strong documentation skills, with English proficiency and German knowledge a plus.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years of professional packaging project experience in cross‑functional teams.
• Experience with aseptic pharmaceutical processing is ideal.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.

Aufgaben

• Lead packaging projects from concept to commercialization.
• Engage cross‑functional teams to develop new packaging solutions.
• Develop innovative packaging to support business growth.
• Create and maintain DHF elements: inputs, risk analysis, test protocols, and verification.
• Coordinate testing activities with internal and contract labs.
• Deliver technical reports and presentations to management.

Kenntnisse

English proficiency

Cross-functional teamwork

Technical writing

Project leadership

Problem solving

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree in Packaging or related

Master’s Degree (Desirable)

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Packaging Specialist, R&D

Requisition ID:75265

Date:Aug 12, 2026

Location:

Eschweiler, NW, DE

Department:R&D

Description:

This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week. No relocation is provided for this opportunity.

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

Responsible for planning, organizing, executing and leading packaging projects in support of West’s Elastomers & Primary Containment platform. Drive technical solutions for sterilizable packaging of containment components for pharmaceutical customers, work with cross-functional development teams, and work with strategic suppliers to develop and improve packaging systems in life-cycle management (LCM) and Customer Development Agreements (DA) projects. As a member of the LCM Component Packaging Team, act as a subject matter expert for component packaging and closely work in multidisciplinary and international groups with global engineering, procurement, and quality assurance to drive technical decisions which support West’s business objectives. Key responsibilities include engaging with various project teams and functional groups at West to develop packaging critical to the integrity of West’s products, supporting complex supply chain and operations in the sustainment of commercial packaging.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Technical packaging lead for Research and Development efforts related to product design and development processes from conceptualization to commercialization.

• Engage with cross-functional teams to develop new packaging solutions.

• Develop innovative packaging solutions to support business growth and to enhance West’s position as an industry leader in containment and delivery.

• Responsible for creation and maintenance of packaging elements for Design History File (DHF) for all assigned projects including Design Inputs, Risk Analysis (FMEAs), test protocols, and Design Verification.

• Support customers and suppliers as required for development of new packaging solutions.

• Coordinate packaging testing activities for engineering studies and protocols through internal and contract packaging laboratories.

• Deliver technical reports, executive summaries, and presentations to communicate activities and timelines to management and core team members.

• Identify and drive continuous improvement efforts within the packaging group.

Education

• Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in Packaging, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or related engineering or scientific discipline.

• Desirable: Master’s Degree or other advanced graduate-level degree in a related field.

Work Experience

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience and a proven track record of projects led within international, cross-functional teams.

• Proven understanding of fundamental engineering principles and with a passion for technical/ scientific writing and documentation, and working with new materials, manufacturing processes, and test methodologies.

• Ideally, previous knowledge or experience with aseptic pharmaceutical processing.

• Technical project leadership experience.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent English knowledge written and spoken (German language knowledge is advantageous).

• Strong written/ verbal communication skills for effective work in cross-functional and interdisciplinary teams.

• Effective problem-solving abilities and strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Strong technical writing abilities. #LI-JJ1 #LI-HYBRID

Travel Requirements

10%: Up to 26 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Light-Exerting up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force frequently constantly to move objects.

What We Offer

This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week

Continuous Learning & Development: Opportunities for professional growth through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill-certification initiatives.

Community Involvement: West encourages volunteerism through its West without Borders initiative and other charitable programs that make a difference in local communities.

Inclusive & Collaborative Culture: A global workforce that values diversity, equity, and inclusion—where all voices are heard and respected in a supportive environment.

Global Career Opportunities: With facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, employees have opportunities for international exposure and cross-functional collaboration.

Pay Transparency:

The annual base salary range for this position is €77,264.00 - €98,336.00. Total target compensation is determined using objective and gender-neutral criteria, including relevant experience, qualifications, skills, market benchmarks, geographic location, and the scope and responsibilities of the role.

This position may be eligible for variable compensation and other incentive programs in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans within the country of employment. In addition, team members are eligible to participate in the company’s benefits and total rewards programs applicable to their location and employment status.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to [e-mail] . Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.