Packaging Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania

Job Summary:

• We are seeking an experienced Packaging Engineer with strong expertise in the Pharmaceutical, Consumer, or OTC industry to support packaging development and lifecycle management initiatives.
• The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in package engineering, cGMP environments, and regulated industries, along with strong technical knowledge of packaging materials, specifications, testing, and manufacturing processes.
• This role requires cross-functional collaboration with R&D, manufacturing, and quality teams to deliver robust and compliant packaging solutions.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute packaging engineering assignments related to large lifecycle management initiatives.
• Develop and evaluate primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging materials and structures to ensure robust packaging systems.
• Design, create, review, and approve packaging component specifications.
• Collaborate closely with R&D teams for primary component design and product-related packaging changes.
• Lead package design development, assessments, and documentation approval processes.

• Prepare and maintain package development documentation including:

• Package Component Specifications

• Package Development Plans & Assessments
• Packaging Line Trial Protocols & Reports

• Package Development Reports

• Lead packaging development projects from concept through implementation.

• Coordinate and execute package testing and line trials to ensure product integrity and packaging performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve packaging-related issues occurring in manufacturing and field operations.
• Ensure packaging projects comply with corporate standards and government regulations.
• Support cGMP documentation activities and maintain compliance within regulated environments.
• Create and maintain copy & graphics specifications, pallet patterns, and finished put-up specifications.

• Perform SAP-related activities including:

• Data entry

• Raw material code requests

• Bill of Material (BOM) creation and revisions

• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to monitor and manage packaging development processes.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum 6–10 years of industry experience with at least 3 years in Package Development.
• Mandatory experience within Pharmaceutical, OTC, or Consumer product industries.
• Strong understanding of cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) and regulated environments.
• Experience with packaging materials, packaging equipment, package testing, and package development processes.
• Knowledge of SAP systems and packaging documentation processes preferred.
• Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills.