Pharma Packaging Design Lead – NPI & Supply

GlaxoSmithKline; Zebulon (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

GlaxoSmithKline is seeking a Packaging Operations specialist to lead technical pack design for primary, secondary and tertiary packaging, enabling reliable supply. You will drive New Product Introductions, transfers and pack changes, and craft specifications and drawings while collaborating with suppliers and procurement.

Hybrid role, on-site in the United States, with emphasis on GMP compliance, risk assessments and packaging process improvements to support patients and supply reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Packaging, Graphic Design, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years’ experience in packaging artwork, printing or packaging design in a manufacturing or regulated environment.
• Experience with pack design for primary, secondary or tertiary packaging and familiarity with component specifications.
• Experience with Packaging processes and ability to support line trials and qualification activities.
• Knowledge of GMP/packaging regulations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical pack design and specification for primary, secondary and tertiary packaging to enable reliable packaging supply.
• Drive packaging activities for New Product Introductions, transfers and major pack changes, including Pack Testing qualification and line trial support.
• Create and maintain component drawings, specifications, and associated technical documentation.
• Work with suppliers and procurement to evaluate component options, cost and sustainability opportunities.
• Support compliance activities, including packaging-related investigations, CAPAs, inspections and technical risk assessments.

Skills

GxP Regulations

New Product Introduction

Pack design

Supplier collaboration

Risk assessment

Quality compliance

Data integrity

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean mindset

Supply chain sustainability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Job description

GlaxoSmithKline is seeking a Packaging Operations specialist to lead technical pack design for primary, secondary and tertiary packaging, enabling reliable supply. You will drive New Product Introductions, transfers and pack changes, and craft specifications and drawings while collaborating with suppliers and procurement.

Hybrid role, on-site in the United States, with emphasis on GMP compliance, risk assessments and packaging process improvements to support patients and supply reliability.