Packaging Line Qualification Technician / Engineer

Veg Group; Washington, Northern (Washington County, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Validation & Engineering Group, a leading services supplier for pharma and related industries, seeks a hands-on Packaging Line Qualification Engineer/Technician to execute and support IQ/OQ/PQ for packaging lines. The role involves troubleshooting, CAPA support, and close collaboration with Ops, QA, and maintenance to ensure compliant equipment release.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical/electrical/industrial background with 3–7 years in pharma/biologics and experience in packaging line

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial tech or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 3–7 years relevant pharma/biologics/CMO experience.
• 3–4 years technician-level IQ/OQ/PQ execution.
• Experience with packaging line qualification strongly preferred.
• Basic PLC understanding; ability to read ladder logic/function blocks.
• Vision/OCR/OCV inspection systems.
• Advanced automation coursework or certifications.
• Familiarity with MES, EDMS/QMS systems.
• Strong mechanical/electrical troubleshooting skills.
• On-site availability and willingness to work extended hours/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Execute IQ/OQ/PQ for packaging lines (cartoners, case packers, labelers, fill/plug/seal, conveyors).
• Perform test execution, capture objective evidence, manage deviations, and support CAPA.
• Support FAT/SAT with vendors and integrate test evidence into validation packs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and automation issues (PLCs, HMIs, sensors, drives).
• Work with scales, checkweighers, barcode/vision systems, and inspection equipment.
• Partner with Ops, QA, Maintenance, Engineering, and suppliers to ensure equipment release readiness.
• Maintain strict cGMP/GDP and data integrity standards.

Skills

IQ/OQ/PQ

Packaging qualification

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

GMP compliance

Documentation

PLC basics

Vision systems

HMI basics

Education

Bachelor’s in Tech

Tools

MES

EDMS/QMS

PLC basics

Barcode/vision

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) a Pinnaql company is a leading services supplier who provides solutions for the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Chemical, Food, and Medical Devices industries in the following areas: Laboratory, Compliance, Computer, Engineering, Project Management, Validation, and other services.

We are seeking a hands-on Packaging Line Qualification Engineer/Technician to execute and support equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) for pharmaceutical packaging operations. If you thrive in regulated environments, enjoy mechanical/electrical troubleshooting, and can produce clean, compliant documentation.

Description:

• Execute IQ/OQ/PQ for packaging lines (cartoners, case packers, labelers, fill/plug/seal, conveyors).
• Perform test execution, capture objective evidence, manage deviations, and support CAPA.
• Support FAT/SAT with vendors and integrate test evidence into validation packs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and automation issues (PLCs, HMIs, sensors, drives).
• Work with scales, checkweighers, barcode/vision systems, and inspection equipment.
• Partner with Ops, QA, Maintenance, Engineering, and suppliers to ensure equipment release readiness.
• Maintain strict cGMP/GDP and data integrity standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Technology or equivalent hands-on experience
• 3–7 years relevant experience in pharma/biologics/CMO
• 3–4 years technician-level IQ/OQ/PQ execution
• Experience with packaging line qualification strongly preferred
• Basic PLC understanding; ability to read ladder logic/function blocks
• Vision/OCR/OCV inspection systems
• Advanced automation coursework or certifications
• Familiarity with MES, EDMS/QMS systems
• Strong mechanical/electrical troubleshooting skills
• On-site availability + willingness to work extended hours/weekends

At Validation & Engineering Group, people always come first. We believe that when you're empowered to do your best work, bold ideas thrive and real progress happens. This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by shaping the future of healthcare and technology alongside a purpose-driven, supportive team.
Excited to build something meaningful together? We look forward to hearing from you.
Validation & Engineering Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.