Packaging Engineer - Medical Device - W2

Institute of Packaging Professionals; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute of Packaging Professionals in North Haven, CT is seeking a Packaging Engineer II to support packaging material qualification and process validation for medical device products, specifically absorbable sutures.

Responsibilities include validating packaging materials, IQ/OQ/PQ and process validation, developing validation protocols and SOPs, and leading cross-functional projects while ensuring compliance with medical device quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in packaging for medical devices.
• Hands-on IQ/OQ/PQ and process validation.
• Familiarity with Cognex and Keyence vision inspection systems.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Validate and qualify packaging materials (nylon film, foil, Tyvek).
• Execute IQ/OQ/PQ and process validation.
• Develop validation protocols, reports, and SOPs.
• Support process development and change control.
• Lead projects and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure compliance with medical device quality standards.

Skills

Packaging engineering

IQ/OQ/PQ

Vision inspection systems

DOE

Medical device industry

Documentation

Tools

Cognex Vision Systems

Keyence Vision Systems

Job description

Hiring: Packaging Engineer II

Location: North Haven, CT (Onsite)

Contract: October 26, 2026 – April 30, 2027

Job Description:

We are looking for a Packaging Engineer II to support packaging material qualification and process validation for medical device products, specifically absorbable sutures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Validate and qualify packaging materials such as nylon film, foil, and Tyvek.


• Perform equipment qualification (IQ, OQ, PQ) and process validation.


• Develop validation protocols, reports, and SOPs.


• Support process development and change control activities.


• Lead projects and coordinate with cross-functional teams.


• Ensure compliance with medical device quality standards.

Required Skills:

• Packaging engineering experience.


• Hands-on experience in IQ, OQ, PQ, and process validation.


• Familiarity with Cognex and Keyence vision inspection systems.


• Knowledge of DOE and Minitab is preferred.


• Medical device industry experience is a plus.


• Strong communication and documentation skills.