Pharma Packaging Development & Scale-Up Engineer

Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc.; Manassas (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc. in Manassas, VA is seeking an experienced Packaging Engineer to lead pharmaceutical packaging initiatives across R&D, manufacturing, and quality.

You will optimize configurations for performance, cost, and sustainability while ensuring regulatory compliance. You will supervise packaging line operations, coordinate with suppliers for FDA filings, and drive equipment changes, calibrations, and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or pharmaceutical sciences.
• 5+ years in packaging including maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Experience in nutritional, supplements, food, or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work with multiple departments in a team.
• Knowledge of cGMP, OSHA and GMP documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead packaging configurations with R&D and customers for efficiency and sustainability.
• Ensure packaging meets labeling, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate with suppliers for FDA filings and technical data.
• Oversee equipment modifications, modifications and qualifications.
• Perform changeovers and set-up of packaging machines; troubleshoot PLC systems.
• Coach operators and supervisors on safe operation and cleaning.
• Maintain logs and batch records in compliance with SOPs.

Skills

Packaging design principles

Pharmaceutical manufacturing

GMP documentation

Troubleshooting packaging equipment

cGMP/OSHA knowledge

Team leadership

Written and verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or pharmaceutical sciences

Job description

Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc. in Manassas, VA is seeking an experienced Packaging Engineer to lead pharmaceutical packaging initiatives across R&D, manufacturing, and quality.

You will optimize configurations for performance, cost, and sustainability while ensuring regulatory compliance. You will supervise packaging line operations, coordinate with suppliers for FDA filings, and drive equipment changes, calibrations, and qualifications.