Packaging Engineer jobs in Gainesville, FL

Position Summary: 

This position will be responsible for executing assigned engineering tasks including compliance, driving lean initiatives, and achieving set metrics. The Operations Packaging Engineer should be a self-starter, have a hands-on approach in performing their work duties, and be able to work independently. This position will help RTI Surgical maximize the number of patients served while maintaining a high level of quality and safety and will be instrumental in achieving RTI Alachua site goals. 

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for selecting appropriate packaging materials and developing packaging designs to minimize waste, reduce costs, and ensure product safety during transportation and storage. 
• Design and facilitate the development of packaging prototypes and conduct testing to meet required specifications. 
• Work closely with different teams across the company to make packaging solutions efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective.
• Ideate, develop, and implement packaging solutions that meet the needs of the company, regulatory bodies, and customers.
• Identify, evaluate, and select ideal packaging materials, machinery, and equipment.
• Work on reducing packaging-related costs and improving the efficiency of the product packaging process.
• Monitor industry trends and innovations to stay updated with best practices and technologies for packaging.
• Design packaging solutions that protect and preserve products during transportation, storage and handling.
• Conduct feasibility studies to determine the suitability of packaging solutions for specific products.
• Analyzing data and researching to improve the packaging process and implementing relevant solutions.
• Developing and executing standard operating procedures and guidelines for product packaging in the company.
• Ensure consistency and quality of packaging across the organization.
• Other duties as assigned 

Skills:

• Process Validation (IQ, OQ, PQ)
• Gage R&R
• Statistical Analysis
• Process Capability
• Project Management
• Continuous Improvement
• MS Office 
• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software 
• Strong knowledge of packaging technology, materials, and design principles with knowledge of testing methods, regulations and standards for packaging.
• Strong creativity skills for developing unique packaging solutions using current trends.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in product designing, packaging, or related engineering fields.
• 3 years of experience in packaging design and development
• Understanding of regulatory requirements related to packaging materials and design.
• Knowledge of additive manufacturing and 3D printing technologies.
• Familiarity with packaging robotics and automation.
• Experience with packaging-related software.
• Ability to work collaboratively or individually.
• Familiarity with production equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of sustainability and environmental issues related to packaging.

Safety:

Physical Requirement:

• Move or lift objects up to 25 pounds
• Frequent (>75%) stationary position (standing or sitting) while utilizing digital displays
• Frequent (>75%) fine manipulation using hands and fingers (typing, opening, writing, clicking, paper sorting, etc.)

Working Environment: Office environment with assigned workstation