Associate Engineer

Job Description

Target PR Range: 24-34/hr

• Depending on experience
  
  

Onsite Required for Thousand oaks location.

Ideal candidate will be working in the engineering lab. Bachelors in Packaging. Would consider new grad with 0 to 3 years general packaging/engineering experience as long as their education is tied to packaging. Highly preferred skill: 2 years Packaging Engineering Experience outside of academia. Nice to have: AutoCAD, Illustrator, or similar software application to create, modify and approve engineering drawings.

In this role you will report into the Packaging Engineering group under Combination Products Operations (CPO) in Thousand Oaks, CA. This position will apply engineering principles to implement the proper design, qualification and implementation of Primary and Secondary Packaging components and the associated systems such as documentation, equipment, and processes. Knowledge of primary and secondary packaging systems and material science is essential to the position. The position requires organizational, project management, technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal) skills, and the ability to work in teams and adapt to rapidly changing environment.

This Position Is Responsible And Accountable For The Following

• Support for testing and evaluation leading to recommendation and selection of primary and secondary packaging materials
• Familiarity with Material Testing standards, requirements and equipment is essential
• Writing of test protocols, perform technical evaluations and testing to support reports used to justify the use of selected materials and packaging components
• Writing technical specifications, creating engineering drawings, and developing artwork
  
  

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• Competent with AutoCAD, Illustrator, or similar software application to create, modify and approve engineering drawings
• Support line trials and packaging validation activities prior to introduction of any new or change in components/processes
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams (i.e. Quality, Device Engineering, Supply Chain, Artwork, Manufacturing, Regulatory, etc.) in pre-commercial and commercial activities
  

The Planet Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.