This
Packaging Engineer
role is responsible for developing and/or revising innovative self-care consumer goods packaging by applying knowledge of package engineering in the creation or improvement of product packaging, packaging technologies, and processes that will provide Perrigo with a competitive advantage.
Responsibilities
* Develop and manage existing product packaging for finished goods and incoming product packaging for Global personal care products with a focus on the Global Women's Health category.
* Work with Marketing and Sales groups to develop concepts and packaging designs that meet the needs of the customers and the business.
* Serve as Packaging Development functional lead on project teams as technical expert for planning, development, and execution phases of projects.
* Lead and influence packaging projects, cross-functionally, by providing technical input to deliver projects on time and within budget.
* Identify and communicate project risks and drive resolution to overcome hurdles to meet project timing and budget.
* Partner with Manufacturing/Operations and key strategic Open Innovation partners to develop efficient, cost effective and capable packaging and tooling.
* Support the growth and development of the packaging function in the areas of innovation, design, process development, sustainability, open innovation, manufacturing, etc.
* Proactively propose and offer new ideas/projects/methods to support the organization and the business.
* Frequently work with external partners and industry leaders in developing solutions to technical issues, driving technology advancement, and development via Perrigo Open Innovation strategy.
* Work extensively with internal customers and peers to drive project and functional excellence and process.
* Work extensively with external partners (component suppliers and global contract manufacturers) in the course of routine project work to identify technical issue resolution and technology development.
Experience
* B.S. or M.S. degree in Packaging Engineering, Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering
* Minimum 2 (B.S.), 0 (M.S.) years Packaging Development and/or manufacturing experience including project management.
* Working knowledge of Packaging and drafting software including TOPS, AutoCAD, Solid Works and ArtiosCAD.
* Complete understanding and application of technical Packaging principles.
* Operate autonomously in the following areas:
* Drawing, die line and pallet configuration development
* Packaging material and finished goods specifications development
* Prototype and package mock-up development
* Planning and execution of packaging distribution testing
* Manufacturing support and troubleshooting
* Planning and execution of test protocols for packaging material and component evaluations, validations (IQ/OQ/PQ)
* Experience working on and leading projects following a documented project management process.
* Experience developing and validating packaging tooling - rigid plastic bottle development, thermoform, heat seal tooling, etc. a plus.
* Experience in a manufacturing environment a plus.
* Knowledge and understanding of packaging material properties and component manufacturing processes.
* Knowledge of basic packaging equipment.
* Understanding of and experience using ISO, FMEA, DOE & process mapping tools.
* Consumer goods packaging experience a plus.
* Experience in applying and understanding of ASTM and ISTA standards for package testing a plus.
* Experience with MS Windows software (i.e. Word and Excel).
* Experience with Project Management software.
* Experience with SAP ERP systems or comparable preferred.
* Occasional travel, as required.
To learn more about this role, apply online or contact Lewis Murray at for a confidential discussion.