Packaging Validation Associate I - 1st Shift

For over 65 years, pharmaceutical and biotech companies have partnered with Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) to bring their sterile injectable products to market.

Simtra is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization with facilities in Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany. We offer a wide-range of delivery systems including prefilled-syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials, and sterile crystallization. Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines - which are all directly injected into patients worldwide. As such, at Simtra, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement. We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards.

While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support, and secondary packaging.

In addition to unmatched expertise and experience, we offer a uniquely collaborative approach. Clients look to Simtra as an extension of their own companies.

It is very rewarding industry to work in. Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate, and bring-life changing medicines to patients worldwide.

Your role at Simtra:

The Packaging Validation Associate I supports all aspects of the packaging process. This includes packaging development, equipment validation and general finishing operations. The position supports Packaging Development including the defining of packaging requirements, materials selection, package design, prototype development, package testing and the development of all related packaging documentation. It also supports Packaging Validation including packaging equipment design, specification development, installation, qualification, vision tuning, validation and operational support. This position reports to the Manager, Packaging Validation.

What you'll do:

• Manages multiple projects providing technical support for packaging operations while working in a cross-functional team environment
• Develops and executes Validation documentation including Process Flow Diagrams, Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEAs), Protocols, Final Reports, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), etc.
• Assists Engineering Department on Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and User Requirement Specifications (URS)
• Participates in small project teams, creates timelines, tracks deliverables and communicates status updates to stakeholders.
• Formulates and recommends validation procedures and technical work in accordance with project and business objectives
• Participates in client and regulatory audits
• Selects packaging materials; evaluates packaging components in terms of functionality and machinability; develops Bill of Materials (BOM), Component Specifications and Process Assembly Specifications
• Acts as Change Control Management (CCM) Owner, Non-Conformance and OCR (Out of Control Report) author
• Identifies and implements changes to Automated Inspection Machines
• Reviews and approves Packaging Technical Services documents

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's degree in science or engineering related area is preferred or a minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience with 2 years of leadership experience required.
• In-depth process knowledge of related manufacturing equipment and process preferred
• Experienced understanding of cGMPs and other regulatory guidelines applicable to the medical/pharmaceutical industry preferred
• Ability to review Equipment Manuals including Engineering Equipment Drawings and Electrical Schematic Diagrams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and the ability to use enterprise software (examples include: JDE, BPLM, Trackwise, etc.)
• Manages time effectively and independently within assigned responsibilities
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects/workflows and manage time efficiently in order to meet established timelines
• Operates as a self-starter having the ability to complete tasks with minimal direction from manager
• Exhibits a sense of urgency to meet timelines and key milestones
• Possesses good leadership skills including ability to lead cross-functional departments in the implementation of new systems and modification of existing ones

Physical / Safety Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Duties may require overtime work, including nights and weekends
• Use of hands and fingers to manipulate office equipment is required
• Position requires sitting/standing for long hours, but may involve walking or standing for periods of time
• Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment as applicable
• Must fully understand company safety rules and regulations

The successful candidate for this job may be required to verify that he or she has been vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to reasonable accommodations for individuals with medical conditions or religious beliefs that prevent vaccination, and in accordance with applicable law.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Simtra is an equal opportunity employer. Simtra evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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