Sr. Packaging Engineer

BioSpace; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the biotech industry is seeking a Sr. Packaging Engineer to support global supply and new product launches. This role involves applying engineering principles to design and implement packaging systems while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have advanced qualifications and significant experience in packaging engineering within the pharmaceutical sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement plans

Bonuses and stock incentives

Generous time off

Flexible work arrangements

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master's in relevant fields preferred.
• 7+ years of packaging engineering experience in pharma/bio industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects involving entry-level engineers and contingent workers.
• Evaluate and select new secondary packaging materials for pharmaceutical products.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership of technical teams

Independent thinking

Teamwork skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Project management expertise

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Doctorate in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Master’s + 2 years of experience

Bachelor’s + 4 years of experience

Associate’s + 8 years of experience

High school diploma/GED + 10 years of experience

Job description

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About Amgen

Since 1980, Amgen has been a pioneer in biotech, focusing on Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Diseases. Our mission is to serve patients living with serious illnesses by researching, manufacturing, and delivering innovative medicines. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and science-based culture, aiming to make a lasting impact on patients' lives and provide growth opportunities for our employees.

Position Overview

This role reports to the Packaging Engineering group within the Combination Product Operations (CPO) at Amgen Ohio. It involves supporting global supply, new product launches, partnerships, and combination products. The engineer will apply physics, engineering, chemistry, and materials science principles to evaluate, design, qualify, and implement packaging components and systems, ensuring compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards. The role includes project planning, technical support, and potential entry-level management responsibilities, requiring excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

1. Manage projects involving entry-level engineers and contingent workers.
2. Evaluate and select new secondary packaging materials for pharmaceutical products.
3. Assess complex material-related problems and implement solutions.
4. Write test protocols, perform evaluations, and prepare technical assessment reports.
5. Develop technical specifications and represent Final Product Technologies as needed.
6. Handle technology transfer activities for packaging components and equipment.
7. Prioritize projects to meet deadlines and report status updates.
8. Present new packaging ideas and concepts to the development team.
9. Ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory requirements, including change control procedures.
10. Participate in pre-approval inspections and interact with regulatory bodies.
11. Collaborate with cross-functional teams across research, QA/QC, supply chain, maintenance, manufacturing, and regulatory.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Doctorate in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Or Master’s + 2 years of experience.
• Or Bachelor’s + 4 years of experience.
• Or Associate’s + 8 years of experience.
• Or High school diploma/GED + 10 years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related fields.
• 7+ years of packaging engineering experience, with 4+ in pharma/bio industries.

Skills and Competencies

• Leadership of technical teams.
• Independent thinking and teamwork skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Project management expertise.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

What We Offer

Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, bonuses, stock incentives, generous time off, flexible work arrangements, and career development opportunities.

Additional Information

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the application process.