{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"73e2c452cc8e67d99da747bb","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/73e2c452cc8e67d99da747bb","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/73e2c452cc8e67d99da747bb","title":"Packaging Material Development Associate","description":"Position Description, Functions, Duties and Tasks Prospect and define new suppliers\nOrganize, schedule, participate and document (on the specific form) the packaging material tests\nAssist with new projects and improvements related to packaging and packaging materials\nDevelopment and maintenance of artworks and specifications Start and manage the flow of the creation/review/approval/release of artwork and specification;\nRequest new codes of packaging material and perform the follow-up of the creation of the codes;\nOpen change management related to change of artwork and specification;\nProject manage the implementation and timing of the PMD changes\nProcess and packaging improvements Assist in project improvement initiatives that may include Packaging, Operations and QC Incoming.\nDocumentation Perform the draft, review and approval step of technical documents as SOPs, technical drawings, artworks, specifications, analytical methods and registers.\nPerform the follow-up of the PMD documents.\nSend the artwork/PMS/TD to the packaging material suppliers as part of the quoting process.\nAssist in technical evaluations of packaging material deviations.\nApprove electronic print proofs.\nAssist the PMD Manager as needed with syringe component support. This may include: Aid in optimizations of testing and material flow to increase efficiencies, safety/ergonomics while maintaining Quality.\nActively participate in safety-related activities (audits, hazard reviews, etc.) to drive ongoing safety improvement.\n\nInteract with Regulatory Agencies during audits and assessments.\nAssist in troubleshooting efforts to resolve more difficult process and operational challenges.\nUtilize formal problem solving techniques, including Root Cause Analysis, to resolve process deviations.\nAssist with implementation of corrective actions arising from deviation CAPAs.\nParticipate in Annual Product Reviews for systems.\nAssist the PMD team to drive improvement opportunities (procedural changes, upgrades, projects, etc.) associated with processes within the area.\nMinimum Qualification (Education, Experience and/or Training, Required Certifications) Education A BS degree in Chemistry, Engineering or related field.\nExperience 2+ years experience in FDA regulated manufacturing operations.\nUnderstanding and experience with pharmaceutical cGMPs, preferably those related to prefilled sterile syringe manufacturing and packaging requirements.\nRequired Skills Understand and apply pharmaceutical cGMPs to all aspects of work processes.\nStrong written and oral communication skills. Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, from plant management to operations personnel.\nExcellent organizational, project, and time management skills. Able to handle change productively and other tasks as assigned.\nStrong interpersonal and communications skills to be able to work effectively in a team-based environment and to interact with global regulatory agencies.\nStrong technical knowledge and problem solving skills.\nDemonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently.\nStrong computer skills in a variety of software packages (Excel, JMP, Visio etc.).\nResponsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals.\nAbility to apply statistical thinking concepts to the analysis of manufacturing problems.\nAdditional Preferences Experience with CFR 820, ISO 13485\nGamma and Ethylene Oxide Sterilization experience\nPlastic mold injection experience\nExhibits sound judgment by evaluating problems thoroughly, soliciting input and ideas, and using a systematic decision making approach\nAppropriately challenges the status quo and uses knowledge and experience to continuously improve work processes\nAbility to develop effective working relationships with team members and management with diverse interpersonal styles.\nExperience with Adobe Illustrator\nOther Information Must be able to travel to all areas of the plant which may include walking, climbing various levels of stairs or ladders, at various floor levels in various buildings as well as the exterior of the building.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Unionagener","rawCompany":"unionagener","city":"Augusta","state":"GA","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-07-10T03:21:55.868Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-9111.00","title":"Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders","slug":"packaging-and-filling-machine-operators-and-tenders"},{"code":"53-7064.00","title":"Packers and Packagers, Hand","slug":"packers-and-packagers-hand"},{"code":"19-4099.01","title":"Quality Control Analysts","slug":"quality-control-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"325412","title":"Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing","slug":"pharmaceutical-preparation-manufacturing"},{"code":"325413","title":"In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing","slug":"in-vitro-diagnostic-substance-manufacturing"},{"code":"325414","title":"Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing","slug":"biological-product-except-diagnostic-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Packaging Material Development Associate","description":"Position Description, Functions, Duties and Tasks Prospect and define new suppliers\nOrganize, schedule, participate and document (on the specific form) the packaging material tests\nAssist with new projects and improvements related to packaging and packaging materials\nDevelopment and maintenance of artworks and specifications Start and manage the flow of the creation/review/approval/release of artwork and specification;\nRequest new codes of packaging material and perform the follow-up of the creation of the codes;\nOpen change management related to change of artwork and specification;\nProject manage the implementation and timing of the PMD changes\nProcess and packaging improvements Assist in project improvement initiatives that may include Packaging, Operations and QC Incoming.\nDocumentation Perform the draft, review and approval step of technical documents as SOPs, technical drawings, artworks, specifications, analytical methods and registers.\nPerform the follow-up of the PMD documents.\nSend the artwork/PMS/TD to the packaging material suppliers as part of the quoting process.\nAssist in technical evaluations of packaging material deviations.\nApprove electronic print proofs.\nAssist the PMD Manager as needed with syringe component support. This may include: Aid in optimizations of testing and material flow to increase efficiencies, safety/ergonomics while maintaining Quality.\nActively participate in safety-related activities (audits, hazard reviews, etc.) to drive ongoing safety improvement.\n\nInteract with Regulatory Agencies during audits and assessments.\nAssist in troubleshooting efforts to resolve more difficult process and operational challenges.\nUtilize formal problem solving techniques, including Root Cause Analysis, to resolve process deviations.\nAssist with implementation of corrective actions arising from deviation CAPAs.\nParticipate in Annual Product Reviews for systems.\nAssist the PMD team to drive improvement opportunities (procedural changes, upgrades, projects, etc.) associated with processes within the area.\nMinimum Qualification (Education, Experience and/or Training, Required Certifications) Education A BS degree in Chemistry, Engineering or related field.\nExperience 2+ years experience in FDA regulated manufacturing operations.\nUnderstanding and experience with pharmaceutical cGMPs, preferably those related to prefilled sterile syringe manufacturing and packaging requirements.\nRequired Skills Understand and apply pharmaceutical cGMPs to all aspects of work processes.\nStrong written and oral communication skills. Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, from plant management to operations personnel.\nExcellent organizational, project, and time management skills. Able to handle change productively and other tasks as assigned.\nStrong interpersonal and communications skills to be able to work effectively in a team-based environment and to interact with global regulatory agencies.\nStrong technical knowledge and problem solving skills.\nDemonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently.\nStrong computer skills in a variety of software packages (Excel, JMP, Visio etc.).\nResponsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals.\nAbility to apply statistical thinking concepts to the analysis of manufacturing problems.\nAdditional Preferences Experience with CFR 820, ISO 13485\nGamma and Ethylene Oxide Sterilization experience\nPlastic mold injection experience\nExhibits sound judgment by evaluating problems thoroughly, soliciting input and ideas, and using a systematic decision making approach\nAppropriately challenges the status quo and uses knowledge and experience to continuously improve work processes\nAbility to develop effective working relationships with team members and management with diverse interpersonal styles.\nExperience with Adobe Illustrator\nOther Information Must be able to travel to all areas of the plant which may include walking, climbing various levels of stairs or ladders, at various floor levels in various buildings as well as the exterior of the building.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-07-10T03:21:55.868Z","dateModified":"2026-07-10T03:21:55.868Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Unionagener","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Augusta","addressRegion":"GA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"73e2c452cc8e67d99da747bb"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/73e2c452cc8e67d99da747bb"}}