Create a clear vision and strategic roadmap for the evolution of the department aligned with business growth objectives.
Foster a safe, compliant, and inclusive work environment, ensuring adherence to all safety and quality standards.
Lead talent development through coaching, performance management, training, and succession planning.
Promote collaboration and knowledge-sharing across locations and cross-functional teams.
Product Development & Design Engineering
Lead the end-to-end design and development of thermoformed medical packaging solutions, including trays, blisters, and related components.
Drive innovative packaging concepts while optimizing existing designs for manufacturability, cost, and performance.
Oversee design execution using CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks) and other engineering technologies.
Provide expertise in concept development through 3D modeling, renderings, and prototyping. Reverse engineering and 3D scanning
Ensure designs meet regulatory, sterilization, and material compatibility requirements for medical applications.
Tooling & Vendor Management
Manage tooling development process, including mold design and thermoforming tooling suppliers.
Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to accelerate development timelines and resolve technical issues.
New Business Commercialization
Lead the transformation of the team toward a project management–driven organization, enabling effective execution of new product commercialization.
Partner with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Sales & Marketing, Regulatory, and Supply Chain) to ensure seamless project execution.
Translate customer and market requirements into technical solutions and actionable development plans.
Operational & Technical Excellence
Drive continuous improvement in design processes, systems, and interdepartmental communication.
Maintain responsibility for departmental equipment, software, and technical capabilities, recommending upgrades as needed.
Stay current on thermoforming technologies, materials innovation, and medical packaging trends.
Oversee engineering documentation, change control processes, and design standards compliance.
Optimize resource allocation to balance speed, cost, and quality objectives.
Facilitate and drive Toppan's Global Performance System (GPS) in the design engineering area
This is an onsite position located out of Huntley, IL Facility
We’d love to hear from you if
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Packaging Science, or Industrial Design.
Minimum 5+ years of experience in thermoforming or closely related plastics manufacturing environments.
Strong experience in
Medical packaging design and development
Thermoforming processes and tooling
Project management and new product commercialization
Regulatory familiarity (ISO 13485, validation, cleanroom familiarity)
Customer-facing project management (direct OEM interaction, design reviews)
Proficiency with CAD and design tools (e.g., SolidWorks).
Working knowledge of medical packaging requirements (sterilization methods, barrier systems, validation expectations) preferred.
Compensation
The annual base salary range for this role is from $140,000 to $160,000
An annual bonus is awarded to eligible employees upon attaining various business and individual goals as defined by the Company and the department leader. This annual bonus is discretionary, and the Company has sole discretion to determine the amount of the award.
At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support our employees’ overall wellbeing. This includes competitive pay, robust benefits, and programs that help you thrive both personally and professionally. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary based on your work location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. We also provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.
