Sr. Packaging Project Engineer

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

The Senior Packaging Project Engineer manages the labeling and packaging process engineering projects including definition, project planning, landmark scheduling, delivery, and administration of project team activities. Possesses strong engineering and project management skills with expertise in medical device packaging technology and process development. Works with management and staff level personnel in procurement, engineering, manufacturing, R&D, and quality to ensure the timely introduction of packaging and labeling projects within Global Operations. Leads well defined projects under general strategic direction. Reports to Director, Global Packaging Technology.

**This position does not offer visa sponsorship**

What will you be doing?

• Leads sophisticated packaging transformational projects using design transfer methodology across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Facilitates multi-functional and internal departmental project resource activities and track project work to plan.
• Collaborate with inter-departmental, manufacturing site, and executive leadership in areas of project development, workshops, activity and timeline updates, resource planning, change control, and issues as needed.
• Follows standard methodologies for packaging functions globally to establish approach and ensure packaging quality and compliance. Ensures consistent approach to packaging processes and procedures, equipment specifications, verifications, and validations.
• Identifies improvements and leads global packaging initiatives in the areas of innovative technologies, packaging flow improvements, transfers, labor/material cost reductions, end-to-end conversion improvements, VA/VE initiatives, special projects related to labeling, and digital technologies to be used by Global Operations.
• Requires comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles related to packaging engineering and manufacturing. Maintains a solid understanding of packaging methods and industry trends. Ability to apply in-depth understanding of how packaging integrates with other functions within Smith & Nephew global operations.
• Identifies and resolves sophisticated technical, operational, and organizational problems related to packaging.

What will you need to be successful?

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology. Master’s Degree Preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in an operations role related to the manufacture, design, and/or development of medical devices or healthcare product packaging; or a related field.
• Proven ability to lead and direct others to the successful completions of projects.
• Strong organization, communication, and people skills.
• Self-directed, with the ability to respond to the challenge of resolving day-to-day problems.
• Provide long-term solutions through strategic planning.
• Good technical writing.
• Spanish is a plus.

You. Unlimited!

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

Inclusion, Diversity and Equity- We are committed to welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/ ).

Other reasons why you will love it here!

• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance: PTO, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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