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DSJ Global · 1 week ago

Director, Packaging Engineering & Technology

DSJ Global is seeking a Director of Packaging Engineering who will be responsible for driving the development, qualification, and lifecycle management of packaging systems across the company's product portfolio. This role involves overseeing packaging design, materials engineering, vendor collaboration, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while leading a team of packaging engineers.

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Hiring Manager
Dillon Arno
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Responsibilities

Develop and execute the long-term vision and strategy for packaging engineering to support new product development, commercialization, and continuous improvement initiatives
Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing packaging engineering team
Partner with cross-functional leadership to align packaging strategy with product, manufacturing, and organizational goals
Lead the design, development, and validation of primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging for clinical and commercial products
Own packaging specifications, drawings, test plans, and component qualification activities
Drive material selection, sustainability assessments, and cost-optimization efforts while maintaining product protection and regulatory compliance
Ensure all packaging components meet relevant regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, ISO, ASTM, etc.) and industry standards
Serve as SME for packaging-related content in regulatory submissions, audits, and inspections
Oversee risk assessments (e.g., FMEA) and packaging-related CAPA activities
Provide technical oversight for packaging scale-up, equipment qualification, and process validation at internal and external manufacturing sites
Troubleshoot packaging-related issues in production and support continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate with Supply Chain to evaluate suppliers, manage component lifecycle, and maintain robust packaging supply continuity
Evaluate emerging technologies, materials, and automation solutions to drive innovation in packaging processes and product formats
Champion sustainability initiatives and environmentally responsible packaging solutions

Qualification

Packaging EngineeringRegulatory ComplianceLeadership ExperienceMaterials SciencePackaging DesignProject ManagementInnovation in PackagingCross-functional Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
10+ years of experience in packaging engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
Deep understanding of packaging for regulated products (e.g., pharmaceutical, medical device, combination products, biotech, or similar)
Proven experience with packaging design, material science, testing, and validation
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards (FDA, ISO, ASTM, ISTA, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage complex projects

Company

DSJ Global

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DSJ Global is a staffing agency that offers recruitment solutions to supply chain, procurement, technical operations and logistics sectors.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
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