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Galderma

Independent dermatology company delivering skincare therapies

Technical Manager Packaging - Emballage

Bioprocess & BiomanufacturingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBaie-D'Urfe, QC, CanadaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Packaging, Engineering, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in primary and secondary packaging of semi-solid products.
  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Distribution Practices (GDP).
  • Demonstrated project management experience.
  • Experience in the cosmetics industry or at a pharmaceutical company is strongly preferred.
  • Experience packaging sterile products is an asset.
  • Ability to work in an international, matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the main technical point of contact between Galderma and external suppliers for technical aspects of product packaging and manufacturing processes, primarily for semi-solid cosmetic products.
  • Interface technically with external contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs) and internal stakeholders.
  • Lead packaging validation and verification activities with external partners.
  • Support root-cause investigations related to product packaging deviations and packaging-process deviations.
  • Drive process and packaging changes and improvements to optimize costs, supply security, and product quality.
  • Lead or serve as the subject matter expert for packaging technical-transfer activities for assigned products.
  • Lead problem-solving activities, Lean initiatives, and supplier workshops to improve packaging processes and yields.
  • Maintain External Supply Organization (ESO) packaging data in the appropriate systems and databases.
  • Ensure Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) standards are current and regulatory requirements are met.
  • Monitor the capabilities and robustness of assigned CDMOs, serving as the expert on packaging capabilities, capacity issues, and performance.
  • Facilitate knowledge and information flow across functions and relevant sites.
  • Develop new product packaging with suppliers in accordance with Galderma standards.
  • Collaborate with CDMOs to improve and optimize existing packaging.
  • Ensure technical excellence when new manufacturing or packaging equipment is commissioned for Galderma products.
  • Support transfer of activities from Research and Development (R&D) to Operations, including technical documentation, development reports, and pilot- and industrial-scale-up reports.
  • Ensure operational needs are adequately covered during transfers.
  • Act as product expert and be responsible for assigned semi-solid products.
  • Review and approve manufacturing specifications and other technical documents, including bills of materials (BOMs), protocols, and reports.
  • Provide technical support to Development teams and other MS&T departments for assigned products to contribute to overall business objectives.
  • Own technical product lifecycle management (LCM) activities, including process changes, raw-material (RM) changes, and packaging-material (PM) changes.
  • Support Quality and Regulatory Affairs teams with audits, regulatory submissions, document reviews, investigations, and deviation management.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional groups including R&D, Marketing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Procurement, and manufacturing sites.

About the Company

Galderma

Independent dermatology company delivering skincare therapies

Dermatology-focused company that develops and markets prescription and over-the-counter skincare products, plus injectable aesthetics and therapeutic dermatology treatments. Its products use scientific skin research combined with consumer insights to treat conditions, improve appearance, and support everyday skin health. It stands out as an independent dermatology specialist with a deep skin-science heritage and a footprint across prescription, OTC, and aesthetic medicines. Its goal is to be a global leader in science-based solutions for skin conditions, expanding across therapies, aesthetics, and skincare while funding ongoing innovation.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Lausanne, Switzerland
Founded
1981

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