Senior/Principal Packaging Engineer

Scorpion Therapeutics; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in drug product manufacturing is seeking a Packaging Engineer to design and qualify packaging configurations. This role involves collaboration with various teams to ensure compliance with cGMP standards and support product launches. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and relevant experience in pharmaceutical packaging. The position offers competitive salary and relocation benefits.

Benefits

Relocation Benefits

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience for Senior Engineer, 5-8 years for Principal level.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical packaging processes required.

Responsibilities

• Implement new packaging configurations for product launches.
• Support risk analysis activities for packaging qualifications.
• Collaborate with vendors for innovative packaging solutions.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ArtiosCAD

Solidworks

TOPS

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The Position

Hillsboro Technical Operations (HTO) is a drug product & finished goods manufacturing organization responsible for the reliable delivery of Roche’s commercial portfolio & pipeline products. The Operations organization at HTO is divided into 2 value streams, which combine to produce millions of units of life-saving medicine every year to patients around the world.

In this exciting role, you will focus on the design, sourcing, and qualification of secondary/tertiary packaging configurations and components to support new product launches and tech transfers at the HTO site. This position will also provide technical support for bulk packaged and finished goods shipping and distribution in the Roche network.

What you'll do:

• You will implement new packaging configurations at the HTO site for new product launches and tech transfers.
• You will qualify new packaging configurations both mechanically and thermally (as needed).
• You will closely collaborate with site and network organizations seamlessly.
• You will support risk analysis activities as required for secondary / tertiary packaging and shipping qualifications.
• You will create/maintain packaging item specifications in cGMP environment.
• You will provide technical expertise concerning secondary and tertiary packaging materials.
• You will provide technical support during all phases of the qualification and validation of packaging equipment.
• You will support the Finished Goods and Fill Finish Value Streams to resolve packaging material quality issues.
• You will support the creation and maintenance of packaging artwork.
• You will support investigations and root cause evaluations that are secondary or tertiary packaging related.
• You will partner with Procurement to select and qualify packaging material vendors.
• You will work directly with packaging material vendors to provide innovative and cost effective solutions.

Who you are:

• You hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineer (preferably Packaging) or related technical field.
• You have bio/pharmaceutical experience preferably in cGMP manufacturing or manufacturing support (2-4 years for a Senior Engineer, 5-8 years for a Principal level).
• You have strong knowledge of design and qualification processes for secondary/tertiary pharmaceutical packaging configurations for small parcel and unitized distribution by truck and/or air.
• You have experience with ASTM/ISTA/IATA standards and testing for packaging designs and medical devices.
• You have ArtiosCAD, Solidworks, and TOPS experience.
• You have a strong knowledge of secondary and tertiary packaging and related equipment and processes is beneficial.
• You have a strong knowledge of pharmaceutical system qualification lifecycle is required.
• You have strong knowledge of change control systems in a cGMP environment.
• You are detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
• You have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• You have an ability to work with little direction to organize and accomplish tasks.
• You have demonstrated skills in the application of project management tools.

Salary and Benefits:

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location for this position of Hillsboro, OR is $80,500 - $149,500 for the Senior level and $95,200 - $176,000 for the Principal Level. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, level, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Please note this role is eligible for relocation benefits.

Link to Roche/Genentech Benefits

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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