Engage in the development of the material and structural aspects of packages, including Primary, Secondary & Tertiary materials to ultimately deliver a robust packaging system to the market.
Design, Create & approve component specifications. Work closely with R&D for primary components design and product related changes.
Lead the package design development and assessment, Develop, write, gain cross-functional alignment, and route for approval package development documentation that captures the end-to-end project specific information. (Examples of documentation: Package Component Specifications, Package Development Assessment and Plan documents, Packaging Line Trial Protocols and Reports, Package Development Reports, etc.)
Lead packaging development projects.
Determine and coordinate physical testing to ensure product and package integrity for manufacturing through end users.
Lead troubleshooting in the resolution of packaging related issues in manufacturing and the field.
Execute packaging projects in compliance with government and corporate guidelines.
Execute package line trials and package testing.
cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice) working experience. cGMP documentation proficiency.
Creating: Copy and graphics specification, Pallet patterns and Finished Put-up specifications.
SAP related tasks including Data Entry, Raw Material Code requests, Bill Of Material Creation and revisions.
Physical Demands: Requires up to 25% travel based on business needs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to work in a cross functional environment relating to R&D, Marketing, Operations, Sales, etc is required. Previous experience focusing on managing and/or supporting technical projects required.Proficiency in MS Office applications is required, especially with Excel and PowerPoint. Experience in customer focus, program/project management, accountability, process orientation, and strategic thinking required. Experience in process excellence and process thinking and application of tools is preferred. Six Sigma or Process Excellence certification is preferred. Negotiation skills, ability to effectively work with peers, analytical skills, and business acumen are required. Establish project success criteria and monitor activities required.