Packaging Development Specialist

Key responsibilities :

• Design, plan and execute packaging qualification programs for new and existing rigid packaging across development, scale-up and supplier change control.
• Perform hands-on laboratory tests and simulations, including but not limited to : drop, compression, vibration, shock, tilt, stack, thermal cycling, humidity, transit simulation and seal integrity.
• Develop and maintain test protocols, test plans, SOPs, and acceptance criteria aligned to business requirements and industry best practices (e.g., ISTA / ASTM / ISO where applicable).
• Create sample handling, conditioning and fixture set-ups for reproducible results on rigid formats (glass, metal, rigid plastics).
• Collect, analyze and interpret test data; prepare technical reports with clear conclusions and recommended corrective actions.
• Work with R&D, Quality, Operations and Suppliers to implement packaging improvements and qualifying supplier changes (PPAP / packaging change documentation).
• Lead root-cause analysis (RCA) for packaging failures; generate and track CAPAs and follow through to closure.
• Estimate and monitor test budgets, lab resources and third-party test house usage.
• Support shelf-life, accelerated aging, and stability testing as applicable.
• Maintain test equipment calibration and lab safety / compliance records.

Required qualifications & experience :