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Position Summary:

Develops new packaging or containers to meet established requirements and maintains oversight and quality of existing packages/containers for all product groups. Defines package requirements for product groups and customer requirements. Develops recommendations according to the nature of the product, cost limitations, legal requirements, and the type of protection required, taking into consideration the need for resistance to external variables. May be responsible for coordination of activities and logistics at secondary contract packaging and labeling sites. Responsibilities may include documentation management and an understanding of good manufacturing practices (GMPs). Uses appropriate tools and performs integrity analysis of packaging and improves manufacturing techniques.

Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs and other related duties may be assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Work cross-functionally on mildly complex problems in which analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors

• Exercise judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results

• Acquire and maintain a clear understanding of the technologies utilized in Illumina’s products, parts, and services

• Team member on project teams responsible for developing package systems

• Design and select primary, secondary and tertiary packaging components and suppliers

• Write specifications and technical protocols/reports for primary, secondary and tertiary packaging components and associated qualifications and/or validations

• Coordinate artwork/labeling development

• Interface with internal teams and external suppliers to conduct packaging testing (including shipping validations) of packaging materials and packaged components

• Develop and implement applicable procedures and work instructions for development aspects of packaging

• Develop cold chain management systems including qualification and specifications

Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.

Requirements:

• Must be proficient with PC applications including word documents and spreadsheets

• Must have ability to analyze and troubleshoot issues

• Effective verbal and written English communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills are a must

• Ability to interface well with cross-functional teammates is critical to success in this position

All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.

Experience/Education:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 0-2 years of experience

The estimated base salary range for the Packaging Engineer role based in the United States of America is: $61,700 - $92,500. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

At Illumina, we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by cultivating an environment in which everyone contributes to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always been rooted in openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative views and perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and demonstrate our collective commitment to diversity and inclusion in the communities we live and work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.