Senior Manager, Packaging Development Engineering (Mansfield, MA)

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

In this position, you will provide leadership in the design, development and implementation of cost- effective packaging across all assigned product lines.

What will you be doing?

• Define, develop, lead and implement packaging designs across product lines in collaboration with the product development teams. New designs must meet product design requirements including labeling and sterilization.
• Able to supervise all packaging engineering activities related to new product development
• Work directly with R&D Managers, Process Engineering Managers, and Product Managers to develop new packaging designs that are cost effective and still meet aggressive time line requirements
• Provide continuous engineering support for packaging on existing products
• Designs package components and develops packaging systems for new and existing medical device products
• Coordinates with Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance the requirements for package inserts, Q.C. procedures, testing for packages and/or packaging materials, labeling for IDE submissions, etc.
• Reviews and approves all packaging/labeling specifications and other technical documentation for assigned product lines.
• Mentor and develop junior packaging engineering staff and technicians

• Support Operations in optimizing packaging related equipment and processes in our manufacturing facilities
• Reports any deviation in product or process, of which they becomes aware, to their manager or the Quality department
• Completes all necessary training in the area of Quality and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
• Immediately reports any dissatisfaction or complaint which is brought to their attention from a customer or patient regarding Smith & Nephew product (e.g. in terms of quality, durability, reliability, safety or performance) to the complaints department
• Complies with all health, safety and environmental policies, procedures and job hazard analyses applicable to specific job activities; including medical evaluations as required by job function
• Travel: Domestic/International – Up to 15%

What will you need to be successful?

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Packaging Engineering or Packaging Sciences or relevant degree (BS, BA, or MS)
• Minimum of 5 years of packaging related experience within Medical Devices, Biologics, or Pharmaceutical Industry.
• 3 years minimum of management experience of direct / indirect management required.
• CPP and Six sigma certification preferred
• Knowledge of package performance and integrity testing per ASTM standards (ASTM D4169, ISTA 3A, & ISO 11607-1 and 2)

You. Unlimited.

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/)
Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
Your Wellbeing: We offer 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 is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Smith Nephew will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please alert the recruiter if you are selected to move forward.

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.