POD Designer, Print On Demand

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Connecticut, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Assist in the effective implementation of Print On Demand labeling processes for various products.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and execute efficient labeling solutions that adhere to quality standards and regulatory guidelines.

• Aid in ongoing improvement initiatives and develop labeling solutions.

• Offer technical expertise in labeling design, process optimization, and troubleshooting.

• Create and uphold Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Validate processes to ensure compliance with industry standards.

• Enhance team capabilities and support colleagues while contributing to various projects.

• Manage label design, redline updates, database modifications, and printing technologies.

• Address production demands and New Product Introduction (NPI) deliverables across FSD.

⛳️ Requirements

• An advanced degree with no prior experience required, or a Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience in packaging/labeling engineering, ideally within pharmaceutical, medical device, or regulated industries, or relevant work experience directly related to label design and updates in the aforementioned fields.

• Preferred areas of study include Packaging Engineering, Label Design, or a related technical discipline.

• Extensive knowledge of label design and redline updates, database modifications, Zebra printers, packaging materials, and associated equipment.

• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements and regulatory compliance standards.

• Experience in labeling validation and documentation (IQ/OQ/PQ).

• Capability to develop and maintain SOPs and technical documentation.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage various operational requests.

• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies such as PPI, Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.

• Proficient in Loftware Cloud or CodeSoft and related design software.

• Experience with Microsoft SQL Database to modify relevant fields for label updates or changes.

• Familiarity with .nibl (Nice) and .ser (Loftware spectrum) label formats is an added advantage.

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.

• Capacity to work independently and effectively collaborate with IT, Labeling and Packaging SMEs, Project and Product Managers, and Quality/Regulatory teams.

• Basic to intermediate proficiency in English, both verbal and written.

• May require occasional travel and working in production environments (GMP) to support production needs or NPI deliverables across FSD.

🏝️ Benefits

• Variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results.

• Comprehensive national medical and dental plans.

• National vision plan.

• Health incentive programs.

• Employee assistance and family support programs.

• Commuter benefits.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• A minimum of 120 hours of paid time off (PTO).

• 10 paid holidays per year.

• Paid parental leave: 3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave.

• Accident and life insurance.

• Short- and long-term disability coverage.

• Competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offering the chance to acquire company stock at a discount.