Job Description

• This position reports into the Packaging Engineering group under Combination Product Operations in Thousand Oaks, CA.
• This position will apply engineering principles to execute the proper design, qualification and implementation of Primary and Secondary Packaging components and the associated systems such as documentation, equipment and processes.
• Knowledge of primary and secondary packaging systems and material science is essential to the position.
• The position requires organizational, project management, technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal) skills, and the ability to work in teams and adapt to rapidly changing environment.

• Support for testing and evaluation leading to recommendation and selection of primary
  
  and secondary packaging materials.
• Familiarity with Material Testing standards, requirements and equipment is essential.
• Writing of test protocols, perform technical evaluations and testing to support reports
  
  used to justify the use of selected materials and packaging components.
• Writing technical specifications, creating engineering drawings, and developing artwork
  
  templates.
• Competent with AutoCAD, Illustrator, or similar software application to create, modify and approve engineering drawings.
• Support line trials and packaging validation activities prior to introduction of any new or
  
  change in components/processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (i.e. Quality, Device Engineering, Supply Chain,
  
  Artwork, Manufacturing, Regulatory, etc.) in pre-commercial and commercial activities.
  

• BS Packaging, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Life Sciences
• 1 to 3 years general packaging/engineering experience
• Master’s degree with little to no experience will be considered
  

• Independent thinker with demonstrated skills working in teams or leading project teams.
• Strong Interpersonal and communication skills

• Packaging Engineer Degree or related packaging engineering related experience
• Able to problem solve on their own and think of possible solutions prior to asking for the answer
• At least 1-3 years of work experience, Packaging Engineering experience is preferred

• Great teammates and management
• Opportunity for growth
• Great company to work for

• Not yet graduated or no engineering background
• No packaging experience