Packaging Engineer

Perrigo Company plc; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Flexible working arrangement

Job summary

Perrigo Company plc is seeking a Packaging Engineer in Michigan to provide package engineering support and packaging component expertise. You will be responsible for developing packaging specifications and conducting package testing while managing changes throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or related field, with 4-8 years of experience in packaging development. Our hybrid working model allows flexibility, promoting work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of packaging development experience in an operational environment.
• Thorough knowledge of cGMPs and working knowledge of USP Testing and CR protocol testing.
• Ability to execute testing protocols for a variety of packaging components.

Responsibilities

• Develops and prepares packaging specifications, cost estimates, and rationalizations.
• Conducts and documents package testing for component approval.
• Works closely with other Business Units to support launching of new products/packages.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or other engineering discipline

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, and to develop 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.

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, which can energise you too, so we promote flexibility with the ability to work two days a week from home in many roles.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law.