Senior Packaging Engineer II

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At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
 

Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
 

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description
 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Utilize industry best practices to conduct the design, development, qualification, and implementation of packaging and labeling processes and shipping methods for temperature-controlled, sterile products
Qualify shipping lanes and processes to ensure the safe delivery of life-saving therapies
Support the design, qualification, and use of label printing and application equipment
Maintain awareness of all government regulations as they pertain to packaging and labeling materials, components, processes, and products
Investigate complaints/deviations and develop solutions for issues related to logistics, packaging (materials and design), labeling and cold chain transport
Write package material and component specifications, package Bill of Materials, and packaging process instructions for new and existing packaging
Provide support for lifecycle management of cold chain packaging and labeling components & methods
Provide packaging and shipping expertise to support both internal and external logistics and supply chain partners
Comply with the company change control procedures to ensure that only approved packaging materials and processes are used
Identify alternate suppliers, as appropriate
Work closely with internal partners, Materials Management, Quality, and Manufacturing to provide packaging and labeling solutions
Successfully operate in a fast paced and dynamic cross-functional environment

Requirements:
Minimum 10 years of related experience with Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Package Engineering and/or a related field
Minimum 8 years of related experience with Masters of Science Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Package Engineering and/or a related field
Knowledge of 21 Code of Federal Regulations, cGMP’s, and other applicable FDA Regulatory requirements
Knowledge of U.S., Japanese, and European Compendia requirements as they pertain to packaging materials, components, processes, and products
Knowledge of pharmaceutical packaging and transport
Cold Chain packaging and shipping experience strongly desired
Knowledge of statistical methods and software desired

 

The salary range for this position is: $154,020.00 - $199,320.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.