Sr. Packaging Engineer - Amgen

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How Might You Defy Imagination?

You’ve worked hard to become the professional you are today and are now ready to take the next step in your career. How will you put your

skills,

experience and passion to work toward your goals? At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies, reaching over 10 million patients worldwide. Come do your best work alongside other innovative, driven professionals in this meaningful role.

Sr. Packaging Engineer

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What You Will Do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this role you will report into the Packaging Engineering group under Combination Product Operations (CPO) and is located in Thousand Oaks, CA. The position will support global supply, new product introductions, partnerships/acquisitions and combination products. This position will apply engineering principles to implement the accurate design, qualification and implementation of Primary and Secondary Packaging components and the associated systems such as documentation, equipment, and processes. A knowledge of common materials used in healthcare packaging is key to this role. Material knowledge of structural components are integral in the day-to-day oversight of this role: bottles, labels, trays, lidding material, leaflets, paperboard, sterile barrier packaging, corrugate, etc. This role may have some junior level management potential and the successful candidate will also apply excellent organizational, project management, technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal)

skills, with the ability to work in teams and adapt to a dynamic environment.

Possible management of junior level engineers and contingent workersLead testing and evaluations to recommend and select primary and secondary packaging materials for both large and small molecule productsPerform distribution testing per ASTM D4169. Complete testing standards using ASTM, ISO, TAPPI, USP and EPWriting of test protocols, perform technical evaluations and testing to support reports used to uphold the use of selected materials and packaging componentsCrafting specifications along with implementation through technical change recordsBuild, modify, and approve engineering drawings using AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, Solid Works, or similar software applicationsAssist in trouble shooting and leading investigations on Packaging Component problems for areas in production, warehouse, incoming inspection (minor and major deviation lead)Support line trials and packaging validation activities prior to introduction of any new or change in components/processesCollaborate with multi-functional teams (i.e. Manufacturing, Process Development, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Device Engineering, Primary Container Engineering, Artwork/Labeling, Regulatory, etc.) in pre-commercial and commercial activitiesRepresent CPO and Manufacturing Sciences and Technology (MSAT) as Final Product Technical LeadSupport Pre-Approval Inspections, Audits, and interact with regulatory bodies (e.g., FDA, EMEA, etc) as needed

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What We Expect Of You

We are all different, yet we all use our outstanding contributions to serve patients. The dynamic professional we seek is an individual with these

qualifications.

Basic

Qualifications

Doctorate degree in Packaging, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field

Or

Master’s degree in Packaging, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field & 2years of Packaging Engineering

experience

Or

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field & 4 years of Packaging Engineering

experience

Or

Associate’s degree in Packaging, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field & 8 years of Packaging Engineering

experience

Or

High school diploma / GED & 10 years of Packaging Engineering

experience

Preferred

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field7+ years of packaging engineering

experience with 4+ years within the Pharma/Bio industry

Demonstrated Competencies/

Skills

Familiar with distribution testing per ASTM D4169. Familiarity with ASTM, ISO, TAPPI, USP and EP testing standards.Knowledge of primary and secondary packaging systems and material science is critical to the positionStrong organizational, project management, technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal)

skills, and the ability to work in teams and adapt to continuously evolving environmentExcellent understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP)Independent problem solver with demonstrated

skills working in teams or leading project teams

Thrive

What You Can Expect Of Us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.

Amgen Offers a Total Rewards Plan Comprising Health And Welfare Plans For Staff And Eligible Dependents, Financial Plans With Opportunities To Save Towards Retirement Or Other Goals, Work/life Balance, And Career Development Opportunities Including

Comprehensive Employee

benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive planStock-based long-term incentivesAward-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdownsFlexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible

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Amgen Is An

Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other

benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Salary Range

114,962.00 Usd - 139,704.00 Usd