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The Device and Packaging Technologist is responsible for delivering technical support and expertise across device assembly and packaging activities at the Barnard Castle site and associated external supply sites. This includes supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), change control, technical issue resolution, and continuous improvement for sterile, intranasal, dermatological, and device-combination pharmaceutical products. The role acts as a key technical interface between site teams (production, engineering, quality, technical, logistics, planning), central technology teams (Device Technology and Artwork Packaging Services), and external suppliers, ensuring compliant, robust, and efficient device and packaging solutions throughout the product lifecycle.
Job Responsibility:
Provide first-line technical support for device assembly and packaging operations, including issue resolution, root cause analysis, and support to deviations, CAPAs, complaints, and audits
Support New Product Introduction, technical transfer, and change control activities, ensuring compliant and robust implementation for devices and packaging
Act as a technical interface between site teams, central device and packaging technology functions, and external suppliers
Lead and support line trials, validation, qualification, and process/equipment readiness in line with GMP and regulatory requirements
Drive continuous improvement in process capability, efficiency, Cost of Goods, and Cost of Waste across device and packaging operations
Ensure effective specification, documentation, and lifecycle management of device components and packaging materials, maintaining full compliance and inspection readiness
Requirements:
HNC with relevant industry experience or Degree-level qualification in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline
Proven experience in a technical manufacturing environment, covering device assembly and/or packaging in Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, Healthcare, or FMCG sectors
Proficient in the use of digital tools to communicate, report, and analyse technical and process data
Good understanding of Health, Safety & Environmental requirements
Working knowledge of supplier management and the external supply base
Competent understanding of validation methodologies
Nice to have:
Strong understanding of device and packaging development processes, including global standards and end‑to‑end lifecycle management
Knowledge of packaging materials, forming and finishing processes, packing lines, suppliers, specifications, documentation, and SPC/qualification
Understanding of materials and manufacturing methods for moulded components, including polymers, pigments, and injection moulding techniques
Good appreciation of pharmaceutical GMP, regulatory expectations, inspection readiness, and medical device regulations (e.g. CE marking, FDA guidance)
Understanding of pharmaceutical development activities, including R&D, New Product Introduction, and Technology Transfer
Experience managing specifications, drawings, metrology, and testing systems, with the ability to work collaboratively across functions and apply effective project management and stakeholder influence