Summary

Supports all aspects of packaging systems, equipment, and machinery. Specialization will be in automated and semi-automated vision systems for cosmetic and particle defect detection, serialization and state-of-the-art automated packaging equipment. Is a technical resource to the Engineering and Packaging Departments to meet all regulatory and company specific policy requirements and to improve plant efficiency, capacity, and capability via continuous improvement and modernization objectives. Responsible for the design, layout, testing, troubleshooting and vision system recipe creation for packaging systems. Responsible for implementing improvements to increase equipment efficiency and prevent equipment obsolesce. Responsible for ensuring the validated state of packaging equipment, systems and facilities and compliance with all applicable cGMP, OSHA, DEC, EPA and local government regulations.

Job description

Job Summary

Supports all aspects of packaging systems, equipment, and machinery. Specialization will be in automated and semi-automated vision systems for cosmetic and particle defect detection, serialization and state-of-the-art automated packaging equipment. Is a technical resource to the Engineering and Packaging Departments to meet all regulatory and company specific policy requirements and to improve plant efficiency, capacity, and capability via continuous improvement and modernization objectives. Responsible for the design, layout, testing, troubleshooting and vision system recipe creation for packaging systems. Responsible for implementing improvements to increase equipment efficiency and prevent equipment obsolesce. Responsible for ensuring the validated state of packaging equipment, systems and facilities and compliance with all applicable cGMP, OSHA, DEC, EPA and local government regulations.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the development, testing and qualification of vision system recipes. Technical support for packaging Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Human-Machine-Interface (HMI) troubleshooting.
Investigates current equipment performance to identify problems and solutions. Working with operators, quality assurance, and maintenance to identify and implement necessary improvements.
Prepares and executes User Requirement Specifications, Functional Requirement Specifications, Design Specifications/Qualifications, Factory and Site Acceptance Tests, Machinability Studies and Standard Operating Procedures as necessary for new and modified equipment.
Responsible for ensuring the validated state of all equipment, systems and facilities and compliance with all applicable cGMP, OSHA, DEC, EPA, ISO and local government regulations.
Responsible for developing relationships with key vendors for technical support and for assistance in hardware applications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Packaging Engineering or related field of study and five years’ experience.
Experience with high-speed automated visual inspection equipment, and packaging machinery design.
Understanding of plant mechanical and electrical systems, as well as the ability to read construction and process drawings preferred.
Must be proficient in reading electrical schematics and ladder logic.
Must have clear understanding of analytical troubleshooting with packaging equipment and vision systems.
Must have good written and verbal communication skills, good documentation skills, good organizational skills and good interpersonal skills to lead the plant electrical staff.
The Company’s primary business language is English. The successful candidate must be able to effectively speak, read, write, and understand English to perform the essential functions of the position, including independently understanding policies, procedures, training materials, and workplace communications written in English due to our heavily regulated work environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Packaging Engineering or related field of study and five years’ experience.
Experience with high-speed automated visual inspection equipment, and packaging machinery design.
Understanding of plant mechanical and electrical systems, as well as the ability to read construction and process drawings preferred.
Must be proficient in reading electrical schematics and ladder logic.
Must have clear understanding of analytical troubleshooting with packaging equipment and vision systems.
Must have good written and verbal communication skills, good documentation skills, good organizational skills and good interpersonal skills to lead the plant electrical staff.
The Company’s primary business language is English. The successful candidate must be able to effectively speak, read, write, and understand English to perform the essential functions of the position, including independently understanding policies, procedures, training materials, and workplace communications written in English due to our heavily regulated work environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Coverage
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) With Company Contribution
Wellness Program
6% Bonus

Company overview

Fresenius Kabi USA is a leading global healthcare company and a subsidiary of Fresenius Kabi AG, specializing in pharmaceutical manufacturing and medical technologies. Headquartered in Lake Zurich, Illinois, the company operates as a comprehensive provider of essential medicines and technologies for critically and chronically ill patients. With over 43,000 employees globally and a presence in more than 100 countries, Fresenius Kabi USA focuses on four complementary business areas: Biopharma (biosimilars for autoimmune diseases and oncology), Pharma (IV drugs and infusion therapy), Medical Nutrition, and MedTech. The company's extensive portfolio includes injectable drugs, delivery systems, advanced transfusion medicine, cell therapy technologies, clinical nutrition products, and infusion devices. Serving hospitals, long-term care facilities, alternate care sites, and clinics, Fresenius Kabi USA is committed to providing high-quality, lifesaving medicines and technologies while driving healthcare transformation through innovation and patient-centric solutions.