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PAI Pharma · 1 day ago

Equipment Packaging Engineer

200, Greenville, SC, US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

PAI Pharma is a company focused on pharmaceutical and consumer health products, and they are seeking an Equipment Packaging Engineer. This role is responsible for specifying, designing, implementing, and optimizing packaging machinery and automated packaging lines to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards.

B2BBiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingMedicalPharmaceuticalWholesale

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead the design, specification, and procurement of packaging equipment including blister machines, bottle lines, cartoners, labelers, pouching systems, serialization stations, and case packing equipment

Develop URS, equipment specifications, functional requirements, and design documentation for new or upgraded machinery

Evaluate equipment designs for manufacturability, reliability, and integration with existing systems, utilities, and facility layouts

Manage equipment installation, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ)

Coordinate with vendors, system integrators, and internal maintenance teams to ensure equipment is installed and qualified per project requirements

Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control-system issues during startup and post-launch phases

Analyze packaging line performance to identify productivity constraints, material handling challenges, and automation improvement opportunities

Implement upgrades that improve throughput, reduce downtime, enhance quality, and support continuous improvement goals

Perform root-cause analysis on recurring equipment issues and develop sustainable corrective actions

Develop and maintain technical documentation including equipment validations, specifications, drawings, change controls, SOPs, and preventive maintenance plans

Ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA/EMA regulations, internal quality systems, and safety standards

Support internal audits, regulatory inspections, and technical reviews related to equipment and packaging operations

Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, EHS, and Supply Chain teams to ensure equipment readiness and operational alignment

Partner with suppliers, OEMs, and contractors to resolve equipment-related issues and evaluate new technologies

Provide technical training to operators, technicians, and maintenance staff

Qualification

Serialization systemsPLCHMI familiarityPackaging equipment designFAT/SAT experienceLean Manufacturing certificationCAD tools proficiencyCross-functional communicationProblem-solving skillsProject management skills

Required

Experience with serialization systems (track-and-trace, vision systems, coding/printing technologies)

Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, robotics, sensors, and line controls

Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification

Experience leading equipment start-ups and managing vendor relationships

Knowledge of materials handling, conveyors, and automated packaging technologies

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

5–10 years of experience working with packaging equipment in the pharmaceutical, biotech, food, beverage, or consumer products industry

Strong knowledge of packaging equipment design, automation, mechanical systems, controls, and integration

Experience with FAT/SAT, commissioning, and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ)

Understanding of cGMP, FDA/regulated environments, and packaging line compliance requirements

Proficiency with CAD tools and equipment layout design

Strong problem-solving, project management, and cross-functional communication skills

Company

PAI Pharma

PAI Pharma develops, manufactures and distributes liquid pharmaceuticals to create healthier lives.

Founded in 1968

Greenville, South Carolina, USA

501-1000 employees

http://paipharma.com

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