Packaging Engineer : 26-02490

Akraya, Inc.; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Akraya, Inc. in Thousand Oaks is seeking a Packaging Engineer focused on primary and secondary packaging components and systems. You will design, validate, and implement packaging solutions, supporting lifecycle management through material evaluation, testing, and documentation.

The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams in a GMP environment, with responsibilities spanning material selection, test protocol development, and technical documentation.

Qualifications

• Expertise in packaging materials and testing.
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD) and packaging engineering.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and select primary and secondary packaging materials.
• Manage change controls and documentation within a GMP setting.
• Develop and execute test protocols and technical evaluations.
• Create technical specifications, drawings, and artwork templates.
• Support packaging line trials and validation activities.

Skills

Material Science

Packaging Design

AutoCAD

Technical writing

GMP Documentation

Tools

AutoCAD

Illustrator

Job description

Primary Skills: Material Science (Advanced), Packaging Design (Advanced), AutoCAD (Intermediate), Technical writing (Intermediate), GMP Documentation (Intermediate)

Contract Type: W2 Contract Duration: 12 Months Location: Thousand Oaks CA (Onsite) Pay Range: $35.00 - $42.00 Per Hour

Job Summary:

This role focuses on the engineering principles for designing, validating, and implementing primary and secondary packaging components and their associated systems. You will be instrumental in supporting commercial operations and lifecycle management through material evaluation, testing, and documentation. Collaboration with cross-functional teams will be key to ensuring successful packaging solutions in a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and select primary and secondary packaging materials.
• Manage change controls and documentation within a GMP setting.
• Develop and execute test protocols and technical evaluations.
• Create technical specifications, drawings, and artwork templates.
• Support packaging line trials and validation activities.

Must-Have Skills:

• Expertise in packaging materials and testing.
• Proficiency in process and packaging engineering.
• Competence with CAD software like AutoCAD or Illustrator.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry is preferred for this role.