Senior Packaging Equipment Tech & Leadership, Global Ops

Merck & Co.; West Point (PA); Hybrid; USD 129,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Merck & Co. in West Point, PA, seeks an experienced leader for packaging equipment engineering. The role oversees complex projects, equipment assessments, and technology transfer across packaging sites, focusing on device assembly and serialization support.

The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in packaging equipment, GMP/validation, and cross-functional leadership to accelerate product launches while maintaining compliance and high performance in a dynamic biopharma network.

Qualifications

• Degree in packaging, mechanical, or related engineering field.
• Experience in pharmaceutical packaging equipment and validation.
• Strong project management and regulatory knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support complex packaging/equipment projects across sites.
• Provide technical leadership for equipment standards and validation.
• Collaborate with serialization, site ops, and engineering teams.
• Apply GMP and quality systems for process control and improvements.
• Evaluate new technologies and ensure alignment with packaging lines.

Skills

Biopharmaceutical Industry

Biotechnology

Medical Devices

Packaging Equipment

GMP Compliance

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-Functional Teamwork

New Product Introduction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging/Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD/SolidWorks

Job description

Merck & Co. in West Point, PA, seeks an experienced leader for packaging equipment engineering. The role oversees complex projects, equipment assessments, and technology transfer across packaging sites, focusing on device assembly and serialization support.

The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in packaging equipment, GMP/validation, and cross-functional leadership to accelerate product launches while maintaining compliance and high performance in a dynamic biopharma network.