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This role focuses on equipment performance, reliability, integration, validation, and continuous improvement to ensure operational efficiency, product quality, and compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards.\nDuties and Responsibilities:\nEquipment & Line Design\nLead the design, specification, and procurement of packaging equipment including blister machines, bottle lines, cartoners, labelers, pouching systems, serialization stations, and case packing equipment.\nDevelop URS, equipment specifications, functional requirements, and design documentation for new or upgraded machinery.\nEvaluate equipment designs for manufacturability, reliability, and integration with existing systems, utilities, and facility layouts.\nEquipment Installation, Commissioning & Qualification\nManage equipment installation, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ).\nCoordinate with vendors, system integrators, and internal maintenance teams to ensure equipment is installed and qualified per project requirements.\nTroubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control-system issues during startup and post-launch phases.\nLine Optimization & Performance Improvement\nAnalyze packaging line performance to identify productivity constraints, material handling challenges, and automation improvement opportunities.\nImplement upgrades that improve throughput, reduce downtime, enhance quality, and support continuous improvement goals.\nPerform root-cause analysis on recurring equipment issues and develop sustainable corrective actions.\nTechnical Documentation & Compliance\nDevelop and maintain technical documentation including equipment validations, specifications, drawings, change controls, SOPs, and preventive maintenance plans.\nEnsure compliance with cGMP, FDA/EMA regulations, internal quality systems, and safety standards.\nSupport internal audits, regulatory inspections, and technical reviews related to equipment and packaging operations.\nCross-Functional Collaboration\nWork closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, EHS, and Supply Chain teams to ensure equipment readiness and operational alignment.\nPartner with suppliers, OEMs, and contractors to resolve equipment-related issues and evaluate new technologies.\nProvide technical training to operators, technicians, and maintenance staff.\nRequired Skills/Abilities:\nExperience with serialization systems (track-and-trace, vision systems, coding/printing technologies).\nFamiliarity with PLCs, HMIs, robotics, sensors, and line controls.\nLean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.\nExperience leading equipment start-ups and managing vendor relationships.\nKnowledge of materials handling, conveyors, and automated packaging technologies.\nEducation and Experience:\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.\n5-10 years of experience working with packaging equipment in the pharmaceutical, biotech, food, beverage, or consumer products industry.\nStrong knowledge of packaging equipment design, automation, mechanical systems, controls, and integration.\nExperience with FAT/SAT, commissioning, and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ).\nUnderstanding of cGMP, FDA/regulated environments, and packaging line compliance requirements.\nProficiency with CAD tools and equipment layout design.\nStrong problem-solving, project management, and cross-functional communication skills.\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. PAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, PAI will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. PAI uses E-Verify.\nPAI Pharma is a nicotine-free campus, meaning the use of nicotine products-including cigarettes, vaping, chewing tobacco, and any other nicotine-containing substances-is strictly prohibited on company property. All employees should be able to complete their full shift without the need to use nicotine. 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