Packaging Engineer I

The role for Packaging Engineer I under client Diagnostics is responsible for developing package designs, distribution testing, technical documentation, and materials sustainment for both Consumables and Instruments.



This position is part of the group Package Engineering Center of Excellence located in Miami, FL (Kendall site) and will be an on-site position to utilize 2 fully outfitted Test Labs.



You will be a part of the Package Engineering Center of Excellence team and report to the Package Engineering Manager responsible for innovative packaging designs, executing detailed test methods using knowledge of industry standards such as ASTM and ISTA, sustainability, and test result analysis. If you thrive in a multi-faceted role and want to work to build a world-class Package Engineering organization with us read on.



In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

Provide packaging support for internal and external customers, globally.

Participate in analysis and resolution of packaging issues using Problem Solving methodology.

Write technical test protocols, reports, engineering drawings, and ensure manufacturing/packaging documents are created, updated and in compliance with company standards.

Support release of new and enhancements to existing product packaging.

Define packaging materials, with a focus on waste reduction.



The essential requirements of the job include:

Education: Minimum of Bachelors in Packaging, or Packaging related field such as Material Sciences

Experience: Minimum of 0-1 year experience in related FDA regulated field.

Sufficient experience in technical writing; ISO and GMP as required.



It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

Experience with hands-on Distribution Testing per ASTM and/or ISTA.

CAD Software experience, or similar

Cold Chain/Thermodynamics experience or knowledge



Job Description:

Packaging Engineer The Packaging Engineer will be responsible for working with current package designs and exploring packaging and labeling technologies supporting a new development project.

The engineer must have a solid foundation of packaging materials, fabrication processes, molding processes, ISTA and ASTM packaging test methods. The engineer will be interfacing with Development, Quality, Manufacturing, Purchasing and suppliers. The engineer will assist with coordinating the release of new and enhancements to existing product packaging; participates in design reviews, inspection processes; and participates in the resolution of packaging issues.

The engineer will also be responsible for writing detailed package testing protocols, hands on with product pack-out for testing and cycling through different test sequences (environmental and distribution testing), and will be responsible for writing the final package test reports. Training will be provided on the test sequences and writing/documentation process for the protocols and reports.

Attention to detail to the test method and documentation is critical.



Preferred candidate will have the following knowledge/experience:

Fluent in English with great oral and written communication skills Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.

Responsible for tracking to project schedules. Under minimum supervision, may initiate or implement minor to moderate package design changes; test and verify changes; and release change in compliance with company standards.

Adheres to technical standards and follows local and global packaging testing standards based on ASTM and ISTA test methods Hands on working with product in the lab moving through the test sequences.

Capable of handling up to 50 pounds Task management skills and multi-tasking abilities / ability to follow directions Very organized and detail oriented