Technical Services Packaging Specialist

Technical Services Packaging Specialist

Job Purpose

Applies advanced technical process solutions in packaging technology and processes, ensuring priorities are aligned with customer needs, technology management objectives, company goals, and government regulations. Implements new packaging technologies for the site and leads all packaging process qualifications and validations.

The incumbent must be capable of leading cross-functional projects with some direct involvement from their supervisor. This role involves troubleshooting and resolving moderate to highly complex packaging process issues, diagnosing technical problems, and determining both short- and long-term solutions.

All packaging projects must achieve business, quality, and compliance objectives and be executed in full compliance with government regulations and internal company standards and values.

Key Responsibilities

(Scope will vary based on experience and level)

• Identify opportunities and contribute to solutions for quality, process improvements, yield, efficiency, profitability, and compliance related to packaging processes.


• Implement packaging processes and technologies for new products and changes to existing packaging processes.


• Identify and implement packaging process improvements.


• Provide technical support to packaging areas for quality-related issues.


• Provide technical support to improve packaging line efficiency.


• Support audit readiness for regulatory inspections and ensure timely closure of commitments arising from audits.


• Develop and execute validation strategies for new packaging processes and configurations.


• Ensure timely completion of action items related to packaging technology transfer for consumer products.


• Identify and implement improvements in new processes, packaging configurations, and product launches.


• Actively participate in regulatory inspections.

Education, Experience & Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical).


• 12–15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.


• Supervisory experience or equivalent leadership exposure.

Physical Demands

• Work performed in both office and production floor environments.


• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods as required.


• May require moderate lifting.


• Ability to travel as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal and Puerto Rico laws. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.