Packaging Engineer II

Adept Group; Logan (UT); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Packaging Engineer II, where your expertise will contribute to innovative projects in the packaging industry. This role offers a dynamic environment that encourages creativity and collaboration while focusing on sustainability and well-being. You will be responsible for designing and qualifying packaging solutions, conducting investigations, and collaborating with suppliers. With a commitment to a flexible work culture, this position is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the Medical Device or Pharmaceutical sectors. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are eager to grow your skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Packaging Engineering, especially in Medical Device or Pharmaceutical sectors.
• Proven experience with testing methodologies and design verification & validation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct root cause investigations for product damage during shipping.
• Design, test, and qualify packaging solutions for bioreactors and fermenters.

Skills

Packaging Engineering

Testing Methodologies

Protocol Writing

Design Verification & Validation

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering

Tools

LiquidPlanner

Sealed Air/Corvu packaging systems

Job description

Location: Logan, UT
Department: Life Science

Job Description

Adept Group offers an award-winning workplace for exceptional packaging industry talent. We work on a range of innovative projects for iconic brand owners. Our technically gifted team collaborates to produce unparalleled results. We offer a great place to showcase your expertise and build upon your skillset, all while having fun with amazing people from diverse backgrounds. We’re driven, inspirational, and most importantly, human. We promote a flexible, creative culture focusing on three pillars: our environment, our communities, and our health and well-being. Join a team committed to building a sustainable future!

The Opportunity

Adept Group is seeking a Packaging Engineer II (1099 Contractor) with 3-5 years of packaging engineering experience. The ideal candidate will have packaging development experience within the Medical Device or Pharmaceutical industry, including testing methodologies, protocol writing, and design verification & validation. This is a 40-hour per week onsite opportunity in Logan, Utah for 6 months. A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for the right candidate, but onsite presence is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct root cause investigations for product damage during shipping.
• Design, test, and qualify packaging solutions for single-use bioreactors and fermenters.
• Collaborate with suppliers to prototype and implement packaging changes.
• Author and update protocols, test plans, and packaging specifications.
• Support qualification efforts and transition to manufacturing.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering.
• 3 – 5 years of Packaging Engineering experience.
• Experience in Medical Device or Pharmaceutical sectors (cleanroom, irradiation, regulatory awareness).
• Proven experience with testing methodologies, protocol writing, and design verification & validation.
• Deep understanding of the full packaging development and qualification process (or stage gate process).
• Knowledge of resource planning for trials.
• Familiarity with FDA and ISO requirements related to packaging and labeling, ensuring robust package validation and qualification.
• Intermediate understanding of project timeline development.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, across internal and external teams.
• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently across multiple activities.
• Ability to work independently with some guidance.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with Sealed Air/Corvu packaging systems.
• Familiarity with ISO 13485 and FDA-audited environments.
• Knowledge of LiquidPlanner project tracking tool.
• Excellent technical and cross-functional communication skills.
• Adaptability to fast-paced, evolving project scopes.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

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