Packaging Engineer

NES Fircroft; Breda; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is assisting a leading global biotech company in Breda with a Packaging Engineer role focused on improving packaging processes in pharma. You will collaborate with international packaging teams, QA, artwork, manufacturing and supply chain colleagues to enhance specifications and configurations.

The position requires a degree in packaging/engineering, Pharma packaging experience, and strong GMP knowledge, with emphasis on modern packaging materials and equipment.

Qualifications

• Degree in packaging, engineering, design, or related field.
• Experience in pharmaceutical packaging engineering.
• Strong understanding of GMP requirements.
• Knowledge of secondary and tertiary packaging materials and equipment.
• Experience creating packaging specifications and layouts.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain packaging component specifications and technical documentation.
• Lead investigations and troubleshooting activities related to packaging components.
• Create, review, and approve testing protocols and reports.
• Drive packaging optimization and new packaging introduction projects.
• Build strong relationships with approved suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Support change control activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Packaging or Engineering

Tools

Packaging testing tools

Job description

Are you an experienced Packaging Engineer with a passion for improving packaging processes in the pharmaceutical industry? I'm currently supporting a fantastic opportunity with a leading global biotech company in Breda.

In this role, you'll play a key part in enhancing packaging specifications and configurations while working closely with international packaging teams, QA, artwork, manufacturing, and supply chain colleagues.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain packaging component specifications and technical documentation
• Lead investigations and troubleshooting activities related to packaging components
• Create, review, and approve testing protocols and reports
• Drive packaging optimization and new packaging introduction projects
• Build strong relationships with approved suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders
• Support change control activities and continuous improvement initiatives

What we're looking for:

• Degree in Packaging, Engineering, Design, or a related field
• Experience within pharmaceutical packaging engineering
• Strong understanding of GMP requirements
• Knowledge of secondary and tertiary packaging materials and equipment
• Experience creating packaging specifications and technical layouts
• Excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment