Divisional Packaging Engineering Manager
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

Job Title: Divisional Packaging Engineering Manager

When you're part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do challenging work, and join a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and chances to create significant contributions to the world.

Location/Division Specific Information

The role of Divisional Packaging Engineering Manager (DPEM) will be based out of Fair Lawn, NJ, USA and will support the global Laboratory Chemicals Division (LCD)

Discover Impactful Work:

The DPEM will lead LCD's packaging engineering function across the global division. Accountable for leading the LCD packaging philosophy driven by Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost (SDQC) by ensuring all packaging material, packaging use, and packaging storage and handling meet applicable chemical compatibility and our customers expectations. This includes specification of packaging materials and safe packages, testing to regulatory and quality requirements, and cost and design reviews with suppliers.

The DPEM will provide matrix leadership and site support to site safety, procurement, operational and process technical teams. This is achieved through leading and collaborating with multi-functional teams and analyzing packaging performance indicators and complaint rates to identify trends, areas for improving the customer experience and develop strategies to mitigate identified risks and opportunities.

A day in the Life:

• Champion the divisional packaging engineering function; develop the site(s) teams capability to conduct and packaging knowledge. lead the day-to-day workload of the packaging engineering team.

• Ensure accurate packaging specification, bills-of-materials, packaging instructions and other documentation to guarantee proper packaging of products and procurement of packaging components.

• Assist the operational teams in resolving problems associated with packaging components, supplies, equipment and develop a culture of continued improvement in our packaging processes.

• Assist and support the development of package design and specifications for new products and product line extensions in alignment with the new product introduction schedule.

• Investigate customer problems/complaints concerning package performance, and determine if corrective measures need to be taken to ensure packaging for the product remains safe, cost-effective, compliant to regulatory requirements, and utilizes the latest technological developments where applicable

• Develop a packaging roadmap and executable plan driving improvements in package performance, efficiency, cost savings and customer experience.

• Collaborate with Customer Service and Global Chemicals Chemical Account Managers on related packaging inquiries as necessary.

• Support divisional strategic packaging investment projects staying ahead of industry best practices, new technologies, and regulatory changes related to regulated packaging.

• Ensure accurate packaging specification, bills-of-materials, packaging instruction documentation and other documentation to ensure proper packaging of products and procurement of packaging components.

•Monthly reporting and reviews with site teams and agencies

•Always perform your duties while acting in accordance with the Dignity at Work Policy, Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and our values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement

Keys to Success:

Education

Bachelors of Science in Packaging Science (or an Engineering background if combined with experience in the Field of Packaging)

Experience

Packaging related experience with UN Packaging/Hazmat requirements

Packaging test methods and packaging equipment desirable

Working knowledge of statistics and/or reliability engineering

Matrix Management

Experience of working at a chemical site preferred

1-2 years of leadership experience, preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong communication skills to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical partners
• Experienced in working with multi-functional global teams and leading collaboratively to achieve business objectives
• Demonstrates a self-motivated, proactive and enthusiastic approach
• Capacity to think strategically and develop long-term process safety improvement strategies aligned with business objectives
• Leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate others to thoroughly and timely achieve results, with effective interpersonal skills dealing with people at different levels and in a variety of functions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to effectively present complex topics in a concise manner.
• Ability to make timely and informed decisions based on data, analysis, and risk assessment
• PC literate with a strong skill using Power BI, Databases, Outlook, and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail Knowledge of Code of Federal Laws 49
• Background in Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

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