Summary:
Identifies, develops and implements packages that meet the needs of clients and Patheon operations.
 
What You Will Do :

• Works with clients and project leaders to identify package requirements.
• Works with client, supervisors and equipment engineers to optimize package formats.
• Develops and communicates detailed packaging bills of material.
• Develops and gains consensus on packaging component specifications with input from client, vendor, operations and quality.
• Works with Technical Writing and client to develop packaging records.
• Works with client and copy coordinator to develop labeling requirements and specifications.
• Works with client and project or account manager to ensure approval of packaging records.
• Supports Project Teams and improvement projects; administrative activities.

How Will You Get There

Education:
B.Sc. in Packaging, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, or Bachelor’s degree in another field and extensive experience with pharmaceutical packaging.
 
Experience:
3 to 5 years of previous related experience in pharmaceutical packaging.
 
Equivalency:
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.
 
Competencies: 
 
REQUIRED:
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Broad general understanding of pharmaceutical packaging processes and practices.
Understanding of pertinent GMPs and SOPs.
Ability to work closely and appropriately with clients and internal departments to gain consensus.
Knowledge and understanding of packaging equipment functions.
Functional knowledge of MS Word and Excel.
 
PREFERRED:
Strong organizational skills.
 
Physical Requirements:
Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of light to medium weights of 10-35 pound pounds; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp and type for prolonged periods of time; visual acuity to use a keyboard, computer monitor, operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time; ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time.