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JOB ORDER # 3566

Position Title:Manager, Pharmaceutical Packaging EngineeringLocation:West Coast
Required Education:B.S. in Packaging or Equivalent Packaging Specialty:Biopharmaceuticals
Required Experience:8 Plus YearsRequired Travel:15-20 %
Salary / Bonus:Competitive / YesRelocation Provided:Yes
Reason Available:ReplacementEmployee Type:Full Time Employee
DESCRIPTION - PRIMARY DUTIES:
This is a leading Biopharmaceutical company that that discovers, develops, manufactures and commercializes therapies for viral diseases, infectious diseases and cancer.  

Position:  Manager, Pharmaceutical Packaging Engineering

As a Senior member of the Packaging Engineering Team, the Manager, Pharmaceutical Packaging Engineering will be responsible for supporting the commercial packaging operations. The successful candidate will have experience developing packaging solutions for a variety of therapeutics in diverse delivery formats as well as significant experience leading cross-functional teams in the packaging design, validation, development & launch of commercial pharmaceuticals.  In addition, the Manager of Pharmaceutical Packaging Engineering will:  
  • Lead the definition of packaging project requirements both externally and internally.
  • Establish new procedures & systems as needed.
  • Troubleshoot packaging operations & maintain relevant metrics for all packaging projects keeping a keen eye towards opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Coordinate the specification, installation, utilization, qualification, and improvement of equipment used for packaging solid dose and liquid bottle products, products in blister packages, and sterile products.
  • Provide technical & professional guidance and leadership within the Packaging group.
  • Support the commercial packaging operations at multiple internal and contractor manufacturers’ locations to ensure uninterrupted product supply.
  • Develop new printed components with labeling operations department.
REQUIREMENTS - IDEAL BACKGROUND:

Role Requires:  Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline. 

Experience:  8 Plus Years of experience relevant experience in high volume pharmaceutical operations especially cold chain & sterile experience.  In addition, the ideal candidate will have:

  • A thorough understanding in the selection and identification of primary and secondary package components, materials, and delivery systems.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Solid experience leading cross-functional teams.  
  • A natural orientation towards execution.
  • Strong knowledge of GMP standards and regulatory filing requirements and guidance documents (i.e. SUPAC, PACPAC).
  • Demonstrated ability in designing packaging specifications, developing packaging batch records, qualifying and validating packaging processes, and resolving technical issues with component suppliers and contractor facilities.
  • Be proficient in MS Office applications with proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) is a plus.
  • Must be willing to travel to packaging sites both domestically and internationally.
IF INTERESTED - CONTACT QUALITY SEARCH:
The opportunity above is very “Active” and if you are interested, and a good fit, you must advise as soon as possible.  If you are not, thank you for passing it along to a colleague who could benefit! Inquiries will be handled promptly, professionally and confidentially and please refer to Job Order # 3566 when inquiring.

If you have already been working with one of our Quality Search representatives, they will appreciate you contacting them direct.  For convenience and reference, contact information is below:

Contact:  Tom HirtzEmail:  tom@qsjobs.comPh:  (815) 462-1466
   
Contact:  Colleen KillenEmail:  colleen@qsjobs.comPh:  (219) 728-1951
   
Contact:  Jeff WolfeEmail:  jeff@qsjobs.comPh:  (219) 926-7772
   
                                 You may also contact Quality Search for further details.  
    
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