POD (Print On Demand) Label Designer

Description

You will work as a Label Designer for Print On Demand (POD) labels in FSD at the company.

The company develops scientific solutions for problems such as environmental protection, food safety and cancer research.

You will work with cross-functional teams to build labeling processes that meet quality standards and regulatory requirements for the company's products.

The role mixes strategy with hands-on technical work on advanced technology and equipment, covering label design, process optimization and problem solving.

You will help improve processes and support team members while contributing to projects.

Responsibilities

• Build and carry out labeling solutions that meet quality and regulatory requirements.
• Lead continuous improvement work and develop solutions.
• Provide technical expertise in label design, process optimization and problem solving.
• Write and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Validate processes and make sure they comply with industry standards.
• Support team members and contribute to projects.

Requirements

• Either an advanced degree with no prior experience required, or a Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience in packaging or labeling engineering, preferably in pharmaceutical, medical device or regulated industries, or relevant experience directly tied to label design and updates in those fields.
• Preferred fields of study: Packaging Engineering, Label Design or a related technical field.
• Strong knowledge of label design, redline updates, database updates, printing technologies such as Zebra printers, and packaging materials and equipment.
• Knowledge of GMP requirements and regulatory compliance standards.
• Experience with labeling validation and documentation (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Proven ability to develop and maintain SOPs and technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle a range of Ops requests.
• Experience with process improvement methods such as PPI, Lean, Six Sigma or Kaizen.
• Proficiency in Loftware Cloud or CodeSoft and relevant design software.
• Experience with Microsoft SQL Database to update fields when label changes are needed.
• Bonus: experience with the.nibl (Nice) and.ser (Loftware spectrum) label formats.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams such as IT, Labeling and Packaging SMEs, Project and Product Managers, and Quality/Regulatory.
• Basic to intermediate English proficiency, spoken and written.
• May require occasional travel and work in GMP production environments to support production needs or NPI deliverables across FSD.

Conditions

Standard schedule, Monday to Friday.

Works in an office and in GMP environments that follow good manufacturing practice safety standards.

The estimated salary range for this role based in Minnesota is $56,200.00, $75,000.00.

The role may be eligible for a variable annual bonus based on company, team and/or individual performance, in line with company policy.

Benefits

• A choice of national medical and dental plans and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs.
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.
• At least 120 hours of paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays a year, and paid parental leave of 3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiving.
• Accident and life insurance, plus short- and long-term disability cover in line with company policy.
• Retirement and savings programs, including a competitive 401(k) plan for U.S. employees.
• An Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) that lets eligible employees buy company stock at a discount.