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R&D Packaging Development Manager – GxP (Trieste)
Annual Gross Salary Pay Range 56,300 € – 70,434 € B2-A2 Chemical Pharmaceutical CLA level
This role is responsible for leading the end‑to‑end development and lifecycle management of packaging systems within a GxP‑regulated environment, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, quality standards, and business requirements.
You will work across the full product lifecycle, from early development through to commercial manufacturing and technology transfer, ensuring packaging solutions are compliant, robust, and fit for purpose within a regulated environment.
This role requires strong collaboration with Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Product teams, and external suppliers to ensure compliant, robust, and scalable packaging solutions that meet GMP and broader GxP requirements.
This role is suited to a professional with 3–5 years of experience looking to deepen technical expertise and take ownership of defined projects or workstreams within a global environment.
Key Responsibilities
Led and delivered end‑to‑end development of GxP‑regulated packaging systems, progressing concepts through validation and commercialisation to ensure robust, compliant product launches
Defined and implemented packaging specifications and acceptance criteria, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, product performance, and quality standards
Developed and executed packaging validation strategies (DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ), generating data to support regulatory submissions and ensure manufacturing readiness
Resolved complex packaging and manufacturing challenges, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions to improve performance and reliability
Authored and managed GxP documentation (protocols, reports, specifications), ensuring full compliance and audit readiness across development and lifecycle stages
Collaborated with suppliers, CMOs, and cross‑functional teams to deliver successful scale‑up, technology transfer, and industrialisation, ensuring packaging robustness in production environments
Acted as packaging subject matter expert (SME) within cross‑functional teams, driving decision‑making, innovation, cost optimisation, and sustainability initiatives
Travel to suppliers/plants to support development/fine‑tuning and or specification release
Attend Material Qualification trials and first off production runs at our manufacturing sites and at suppliers as required
Establish strong technical relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Rigids Plastics
Lead end‑to‑end development of injection moulded packaging, from concept evaluation through to commercialisation, ensuring robust and scalable solutions
Define and implement technical specifications and acceptance criteria for moulds and components, enabling successful tooling procurement and industrialisation
Plan and execute pilot and production trials, ensuring timely delivery and successful project launch
Manage suppliers and drive process optimisation through testing and data‑driven analysis, ensuring delivery to quality, cost, and timing standards
Qualifications and Experience
3–5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical packaging development and ability to lead complex development of injection moulding packaging (plastic and metal) and flexible plastic packaging, experience of developing complex injection moulded packaging
Knowledge of regulatory requirements (GMP/GxP, FDA, ISO)
Experience with stability and compatibility testing, packaging validation (DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ) and documentation systems
Knowledge of common plastic materials especially polyolefins and global sustainability developments in plastics
Working knowledge of developing and validating child‑resistant/senior effective packaging
Experience using CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and FEMS software (MoldFlow)
Knowledge of designing and modelling packaging to meet product stability requirements and consumer useability criteria
Experience with rapid prototyping techniques especially related to development of injection moulded packaging
Strong engineering analysis skills including tolerance analysis, DFA, DFM, DFMEA, validation and documentation
Experience of working effectively in a global, cross‑functional team and a multi‑category packaging team
Interpersonal Skills
Effective communication, collaboration, and teamwork
Resilience, empathy, self‑awareness and emotional intelligence
Persistence, tolerance to ambiguity, assertiveness and learning agility
Keep abreast of packaging sustainability, global sourcing development, trends, etc.
Planning and implementation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CAPE, Adobe Illustrator and other software used in packaging
Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Packaging Engineering or Mechanical / Materials Engineering or Pharmaceutical Sciences
Project Management certificate
Benefits
We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work‑life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
Your journey with us isn’t limited by boundaries; it’s propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement…
You’ll have access to online learning platforms and personalised growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
Benefits
Meal Voucher/ Canteen as per location
Private Pension
Life & Health Insurance
Yearly bonus based on the ABS
Family support policy
Office perks
Flexible policy as per agreed Second Level agreement
Equal Opportunity Statement We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions. Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio‑economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners programme, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).
If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.
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This role is responsible for leading the end‑to‑end development and lifecycle management of packaging systems within a GxP‑regulated environment, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, quality standards, and business requirements.
You will work across the full product lifecycle, from early development through to commercial manufacturing and technology transfer, ensuring packaging solutions are compliant, robust, and fit for purpose within a regulated environment.
This role requires strong collaboration with Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Product teams, and external suppliers to ensure compliant, robust, and scalable packaging solutions that meet GMP and broader GxP requirements.
This role is suited to a professional with 3–5 years of experience looking to deepen technical expertise and take ownership of defined projects or workstreams within a global environment.
Key Responsibilities
Led and delivered end‑to‑end development of GxP‑regulated packaging systems, progressing concepts through validation and commercialisation to ensure robust, compliant product launches
Defined and implemented packaging specifications and acceptance criteria, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, product performance, and quality standards
Developed and executed packaging validation strategies (DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ), generating data to support regulatory submissions and ensure manufacturing readiness
Resolved complex packaging and manufacturing challenges, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions to improve performance and reliability
Authored and managed GxP documentation (protocols, reports, specifications), ensuring full compliance and audit readiness across development and lifecycle stages
Collaborated with suppliers, CMOs, and cross‑functional teams to deliver successful scale‑up, technology transfer, and industrialisation, ensuring packaging robustness in production environments
Acted as packaging subject matter expert (SME) within cross‑functional teams, driving decision‑making, innovation, cost optimisation, and sustainability initiatives
Travel to suppliers/plants to support development/fine‑tuning and or specification release
Attend Material Qualification trials and first off production runs at our manufacturing sites and at suppliers as required
Establish strong technical relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Rigids Plastics
Lead end‑to‑end development of injection moulded packaging, from concept evaluation through to commercialisation, ensuring robust and scalable solutions
Define and implement technical specifications and acceptance criteria for moulds and components, enabling successful tooling procurement and industrialisation
Plan and execute pilot and production trials, ensuring timely delivery and successful project launch
Manage suppliers and drive process optimisation through testing and data‑driven analysis, ensuring delivery to quality, cost, and timing standards
Qualifications and Experience
3–5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical packaging development and ability to lead complex development of injection moulding packaging (plastic and metal) and flexible plastic packaging, experience of developing complex injection moulded packaging
Knowledge of regulatory requirements (GMP/GxP, FDA, ISO)
Experience with stability and compatibility testing, packaging validation (DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ) and documentation systems
Knowledge of common plastic materials especially polyolefins and global sustainability developments in plastics
Working knowledge of developing and validating child‑resistant/senior effective packaging
Experience using CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and FEMS software (MoldFlow)
Knowledge of designing and modelling packaging to meet product stability requirements and consumer useability criteria
Experience with rapid prototyping techniques especially related to development of injection moulded packaging
Strong engineering analysis skills including tolerance analysis, DFA, DFM, DFMEA, validation and documentation
Experience of working effectively in a global, cross‑functional team and a multi‑category packaging team
Interpersonal Skills
Effective communication, collaboration, and teamwork
Resilience, empathy, self‑awareness and emotional intelligence
Persistence, tolerance to ambiguity, assertiveness and learning agility
Keep abreast of packaging sustainability, global sourcing development, trends, etc.
Planning and implementation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CAPE, Adobe Illustrator and other software used in packaging
Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Packaging Engineering or Mechanical / Materials Engineering or Pharmaceutical Sciences
Project Management certificate
Benefits
We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work‑life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
Your journey with us isn’t limited by boundaries; it’s propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement…
You’ll have access to online learning platforms and personalised growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
Benefits
Meal Voucher/ Canteen as per location
Private Pension
Life & Health Insurance
Yearly bonus based on the ABS
Family support policy
Office perks
Flexible policy as per agreed Second Level agreement
Equal Opportunity Statement We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions. Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio‑economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners programme, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).
If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.
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