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Hybrid schedule (3 days onsite) in Richmond, IL

This position is responsible for designs, tests, and implementing packaging designs that are an integral part of CLIENTS Product Development process. They also review and improve existing packaging designs.

This individual develops, designs, and tests standards and guidelines for developing packaging solutions. They work with internal resources and packaging suppliers to achieve functional packaging goals

Day to day responsibilities

Data analysis

Handling customer complaints related to packaging issues

Root cause analysis

Working with external suppliers

Working with external labs to test solutions

Writing reports / executing protocols

Looking for the following

Corrugated packaging need to have this experience

49 CFR big plus

Any regulated industry is okay med device / pharma plus

Any experience shipping dangerous goods plus

NEED a hands-on engineer

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and develop container and packaging for Core Histology Consumable products, including the creation of packaging designs, prototype development, and performance testing.
• Troubleshoot new and existing packaging problems involving designs, materials and processes and provide creative, timely, and cost-effective solutions.
• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications of product to determine physical characteristics of item, special handling, environmental and safety requirements, and types of materials required for packaging.
• Develop and implement comprehensive test plans to ensure that packaging systems and components exceeds customer specifications for new and existing products.
• Establish standards and guidelines for supplier evaluation. Evaluate and select packaging suppliers/vendors; periodically conduct vendor reviews.
• Maintain quality standards of FDA, ISO, GLP and GMP.
• Prepare technical work instructions as required for review and approval.
• Work closely with global suppliers, engineering, product management, operations, and sourcing to ensure that the packaging designs are optimized for manufacturability.

EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS/ SKILLS:

A bachelor's degree in packaging engineering or mechanical engineering with packaging/container design experience.

5+ years of industry experience in a production or R&D environment.

Knowledge and understanding of packaging design validation standards (UN, ISTA, ISO, ASTM, etc.), drafting and specification standards is essential.

Demonstrable proficiency in 3D CAD software (Creo or SolidWorks).

Extensive knowledge of packaging material and design.

• Experience in preparation of controlled studies, protocols, statistical analysis, and report writing.
• Strong technical writing ability; Excellent presentation and verbal communication skills
• Computer skills; Microsoft Office software, statistical software Minitab preferred.
• Preferred experience/Skills:
  • Six Sigma Green Belt; Black Belt a plus
  • Familiarity with product life cycle management strategies
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams from design through design transfer of new medical device products.
  • Project management experience a plus