Position Summary:

Duration: 11-12 months (End date – 06/16/2025; Possible Extension)

Description :

Onsite - New Albany 100%

ideally candidate would do 5% domestic travel - once a quarter to vendor sites.

Ideal candidate: Packaging education and experience is a requirement. AutoCAD and illustrator software requirements. 6 YOE in pharmaceutical packaging. Minimum of a bachelors and 8 YOE in packaging.

This external worker position reports into the Packaging Engineering group under Combination Product Operations (CPO) and is located in New Albany, OH. The position will support global supply, new product introductions, partnerships/acquisitions and combination products. This position will apply engineering principles to implement the accurate design, qualification and implementation of Primary and Secondary Packaging components and the associated systems such as documentation, equipment, and processes. A knowledge of common materials utilized in healthcare packaging is key to this role. Material knowledge of structural components are integral in the day-to-day oversight of this role: bottles, labels, trays, lidding material, leaflets, paperboard, sterile barrier packaging, corrugate, etc. This role will may have some entry level management potential and the successful candidate will also utilize excellent organizational, project management, technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal) skills, with the ability to work in teams and adapt to a rapidly changing environment.

Demonstrated Competencies/Skills:

• Familiar with distribution testing per ASTM D4169. Familiarity with ASTM, ISO, TAPPI, USP and EP testing standards.

• Knowledge of primary and secondary packaging systems and material science is critical to the position

• Strong organizational, project management, technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal) skills, and the ability to work in teams and adapt to continuously evolving environment

• Excellent understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP)

• Independent thinker with demonstrated skills working in teams or leading project teams

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Basic Qualifications

Doctorate degree and 2 years of experience OR Master degree and 6 years of experience OR Bachelor degree and 8 years of experience OR Associate degree and 10 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 12 years of experience

Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets:

Packaging Engineering experience

Industry experience in biotech, medical device, pharmaceutical

Degree - Engineering or life sciences or packaging

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Lead testing and evaluations to recommend and select primary and secondary packaging materials for both large and small molecule products

• Perform distribution testing per ASTM D4169. Complete testing standards using ASTM, ISO, TAPPI, USP and EP

• Writing of test protocols, perform technical evaluations and testing to support reports used to uphold the use of selected materials and packaging components

• Creating specifications along with implementation through technical change records

• Build, modify, and approve engineering drawings using AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, Solid Works, or similar software applications

• Assist in troubleshooting and leading investigations on Packaging Component problems for areas in production, warehouse, incoming inspection (minor and major deviation lead)

• Support line trials and packaging validation activities prior to introduction of any new or change in components/processes

• Collaborate with multi-functional teams (i.e. Manufacturing, Process Development, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Device Engineering, Primary Container Engineering, Artwork/Labeling, Regulatory, etc.) in pre-commercial and commercial activities

Interview Process:

Video conference interviews.

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com (http://www.ustechsolutionsinc.com) .

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,

national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.