Packaging Engineer: Cold-Chain & Sustainable Solutions

Bio-Rad Laboratories; Hercules (CA); On-site; USD 107,900 - 148,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical plans

401k plus profit sharing

Paid parental leave

Extensive learning and development opportunities

Employee Resource Groups (ERG's)

Job summary

A leading life science company in Hercules, California, is seeking a Packaging Engineer to enhance its diagnostics and life-science portfolio. The role involves optimizing packaging processes, designing and qualifying shippers, and implementing sustainable practices to reduce costs and environmental impact. The ideal candidate will possess a B.S. in a relevant field and at least 3 years of experience in a regulated industry. Competitive benefits and a focus on employee wellbeing are highlighted.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a regulated industry.
• Mid-level understanding of statistical techniques and validation methods.
• Experience collaborating across departments including R&D, QA/RA, and Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate SKUs and standardize pack-outs to reduce material use.
• Design/qualify shippers and kits for various temperature lanes.
• Advance sustainable packaging with measured cost and carbon reductions.

Skills

Statistical techniques

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Sustainable packaging knowledge

Packaging design

Education

B.S. in Packaging, Industrial, Mechanical, or related field

Tools

ISTA/ASTM testing

Job description

A leading life science company in Hercules, California, is seeking a Packaging Engineer to enhance its diagnostics and life-science portfolio. The role involves optimizing packaging processes, designing and qualifying shippers, and implementing sustainable practices to reduce costs and environmental impact. The ideal candidate will possess a B.S. in a relevant field and at least 3 years of experience in a regulated industry. Competitive benefits and a focus on employee wellbeing are highlighted.