Job Summary

• Design and development of packaging and labeling for new products and modification to existing product packaging and labeling.  
• Activities include labeling development and manufacture for new products. New product Sterile Barrier System design, development, testing and sourcing. This involves working with the technical design team and the customer to understand the product needs and ensure packaging performance and compliance with industry standards. Interface with packaging vendors and creation of print packages. 
• This position will participate in the execution of development projects as part of a multi-functional project team. 

Essential Functions

• Serve as a member of the Product Development team. Perform duties as assigned with support and the mentorship from Principal Engineering and Senior Leadership. 
• Develop packaging and labeling product requirement specifications based on customer needs and applicable guidelines (industrial and government guidelines and/or standards)
• Specify and develop tests for product testing determining acceptability of designs to requirements.
• Author and execute packaging and labeling verification and validation protocols.
• Quoting and sourcing for materials and outside test services.
• Coordinate work duties with project teams and management priority. 
• Communicate progress and decisions to associates and functional manager.

Functional Knowledge  

• Familiarity with good engineering technique, good documentation practices, and adherence to regulated standards. 
• Basic knowledge of common packaging materials and technologies.
• Must be articulate and able to effectively communicate with peers and customers.

Education, Experience, Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in packaging engineering or related field (equivalent applicable work experience may be considered).
• 0-3 years’ experience in regulated industry, preferably in medical devices.
• Experience with programs such as Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with SolidWorks, Minitab, Enlabel, Bartender or Label View a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify, gather, and analyze information, develop solutions and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Desire to learn and grow skillsets, maintain a growth mindset with a growing business.  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to receive feedback and mentorship to achieve team goals.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.
• Ability to be flexible and to handle multiple projects in an organized, timely manner.
• Able to problem-solve, work under pressure, and to effectively manage stress.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Able to travel to support projects and customer requirements less than 5%.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• Must wear gown, gloves, ear protection and other personal protective equipment as applicable.

Summary of Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits: Options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Health Savings Account (requires participation in eligible medical plan), and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Company-paid benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Long Term Disability (LTD), Kavira (requires participation in medical plan).
• Voluntary, employee-paid benefits: Employee Supplemental Life & AD&D, Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity, Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Time Off Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays 
• Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.

Compensation

• The typical base pay range for this role is between $70,000-85,000/year. Compensation may vary based on individual job-related knowledge, skills, expertise, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.
• 401(k) Plan: Company-provided Safe Harbor Contribution of 3% of eligible earnings.