Packaging and Formulations Engineer

About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition as a manufacturer and marketer of medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. We strive to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals.

Phibro is a diversified company in manufacturing and marketing products for ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. In addition to, Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $1 billion and are supported by over 2,400 employees worldwide.

At Phibro, people are our greatest asset. We strive to develop a diverse workforce that fosters an environment where people feel supported in openly sharing their creativity and skills that allows them to be the most successful that they can be.

If you are interested in working for Phibro and feel that you do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply as you might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.

The Packaging and Formulations Engineer is an integral part of our Supply Chain team based out of our US - Teaneck, NJ site.

Position Details

This position would be supporting the production of medicated products manufactured globally at both Phibro’s and contract manufacturing facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining packaging specifications and other packaging documentation ensuring compliance with both FDA and cGMP requirements.
• Working with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain the packaging artworks and coordinate its application to the required packaging in an FDA regulated environment to meet branding, text and logistical requirements.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to evaluate packaging design performance and create alternate packaging specifications as required for powder, granular and liquid products.
• Support selection and qualification of new packaging materials, suppliers, and formats.
• Participate in change control for packaging materials, suppliers, artwork, and equipment.
• Work with Product Development to transfer and implement new formulation processes and packaging requirements.
• Work with the manufacturing sites and packaging suppliers to identify packaging and process issues and implement corrective actions.
• Development of process descriptions and manufacturing protocols for the production and packaging of formulated products.
• Coordinate with other functional groups to align with production schedules and product requirements, specifically working with Global Supply Chain and Quality Assurance, to ensure short term and long term market requirements are met.
  
  
  

Key Competencies

Accountable

Collaborative

Communicating Effectively

Critical Thinking

Demonstrating Initiative

Detailed Oriented

Displaying Technical Expertise

Innovative

Interacting with People at Different Levels

Managing Time

Prioritizing and Organizing Work

Problem Solving

Supporting Organizational Goals

Thinking Globally

Using Computers and Technology

Skills

A motivated self-starter, work well in groups and demonstrate excellent customer service.

Ability to work independently.

Able to develop detailed communications documents that are readily understood by co-workers, vendors and clients.

Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills

Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.

Must have business acumen, energy and drive, positive attitude, client focused, flexible and empathetic.

Able to plan and set priorities for accomplishing tasks and goals.

Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external clients.

Education & Experience

• Bachelors Degree in engineering or scientific discipline.
• 3 to 5 years experience in implementing packaging designs and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with industrial packaging formats (e.g., bags, liners, bulk packaging, labels).
• Working knowledge of cGMP principles and practices.
• Familiarity with FDA CVM regulations and medicated feed labeling requirements a plus.
• Ability to develop test protocols to perform and document root cause analysis and packaging and production processes in a pharmaceutical industry.
• Clear technical communication and writing skills
• Experience with international markets a plus.
• Ability to travel as required to manufacturing and supplier facilities, both domestic and international.
  
  
  

To learn more about Phibro Animal Health's competitive benefits package, please click here: Phibro Benefits.

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Business Unit: Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition

Division: Animal Health & Nutrition

Department: Supply Chain

Location: US - Teaneck, NJ

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (Standard Work hours)