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Merck · 2 hours ago

Specialist, Packaging Engineer

USA - New Jersey - Rahway

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$87K/yr - $137K/yr

2+ years exp

Merck is a leading global healthcare company, and they are seeking a Specialist Packaging Engineer. This role involves designing and developing commercial packaging solutions for pharmaceuticals and biopharmaceuticals, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective packaging strategies.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceutical

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Providing input regarding selection of primary packaging material

Determination of package images to support commercialization as well as leading the shipping distribution strategy and coordination of shipping distribution studies efforts regarding characterization and qualification testing of robust packaging systems

The successful candidate will author packaging specifications for primary, secondary and tertiary packaging as well as provide information to support relevant sections of BLA’s, NDA’s, WMA’s, and JNDA’s

The successful candidate will interface with our internal Global Packaging Technology Operations and Packaging Site Operations teams, as well as external Contract Manufacturing Operations and packaging component suppliers while fulfilling their responsibilities

Qualification

Packaging EngineeringBiopharmaceuticalsPackaging ProcessesData AnalysisProcess DesignLeadership TrainingManufacturing Quality ControlTechnical WritingTeamworkAdaptability

Required

The successful candidate will have a completed a B.S. or higher degree in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Science, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Pharmaceutical Science with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience

Understanding of package development process and engineering principles

Strong scientific and risk-based thinking

Demonstrated experience in building collaborative partnerships

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to deliver on timelines

Ability to make rapid, disciplined decisions