Senior Specialist Packaging Component Engineer
MSD
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This role pays less than 95% of similar roles. Most pay $143,000–$193,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $93k versus about $168k for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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MSD (Merck Sharp & Dohme) is the international name for Merck & Co., a major U.S.-based pharmaceutical company.
MSD currently has 24 open roles on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs $117,000–$184,200 across 24 roles with salary data.
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The 2027 Future Talent Program - Packaging Component Engineer supports packaging and component engineering capabilities at the Wilson site. This role focuses on effective component lifecycle management, quality investigations, and continuous improvement projects for products packaged locally. The engineer will author and revise specifications, collaborate with vendors to develop and test components for equipment qualifications and product launches, and manage technical workflows in the Global Artwork Management System. Daily responsibilities include troubleshooting line issues, performing root cause analysis for deviations, and providing technical support for machine trials and regulatory audits. Key skills required include experience in GMP environments, technical writing, and formal problem-solving techniques like Lean Six Sigma. The role addresses critical pharmaceutical manufacturing challenges by ensuring packaging system integrity, managing supplier performance, and maintaining high quality standards throughout the product lifecycle across global markets.
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