Jeffrey W. Johnson
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Profile
ENGINEERING / LEADERSHIP ( MATERIALS / DESIGN ( TECHNICAL / PRODUCT
DOCUMENTATION
Experienced packaging engineer with advanced skills in packaging
development, cGMP'S, supplier management, manufacturing and project
management. Seeking to leverage my leadership strengths in a
pharmaceutical packaging environment.
cGMPs & Regulatory Compliance Manufacturing Feasibility
Cost Management Quality Approval
Project Management Customer Requirements
Analysis
Lean Management Process Improvement
Technical Documentation Artios, Pro-e, SAP, MS
Office
Work History
Eisai Corporation - Durham, NC 2013-Current
PACKAGING ENGINEER - PHARMACEUTICAL
. Managed packaging development from preapproval stage to launch.
. Managed external manufacturing, development, testing and validation.
. Wrote test protocols, specifications and change controls for packaging
development.
. Managed intern program recruiting and on-boarding for Package Engineering
department.
Medtronic Corporation - Memphis, TN 2012-2013
PACKAGING ENGINEER - STERILE AND NON-STERILE
. Managed new packaging development and transfer from Medtronic company
acquisition.
. Developed new packaging structures for quality improvements leading to
global production use.
. Worked with Regulatory and Engineering groups to expedite process
approvals and implementation.
. Wrote test protocols and rationales for improved packaging solutions and
development.
. Developed CAPA quality solutions for domestic and international product
shipments, $50K cost avoidance.
. Created new specifications and processed change controls.
McKesson Pharmaceuticals - Memphis, TN 2010-2012
PROJECT MANAGER - PACKAGING, RXPAK
. Managed and supported new packaging projects from concept to production.
. Performed project cost analysis using CAPEX, material estimates and run
rates.
. Managed project meetings for solid dose blister and bottling packaging
applications.
. Analyzed tooling layouts using materials such as PVC, laminates, ALU/ALU,
cold form, HPDE.
. Created BOM, master specifications, packaging specifications and
processed change controls.
Menasha Packaging - Morrisville, NC 2006-2009
SENIOR PACKAGING ENGINEER
Hired as lead packaging engineer for a start-up pharmaceutical packaging
supply facility. Improved material use with layout and design
efficiencies. Served as quality control (QC) lead and IT liaison;
Maintained CAD design file library.
. Led packaging designs totaling $2 million in revenue by creating improved
material designs and efficient die format to meet revenue goals.
. Instructed 4 team employees in lean initiatives and cGMP improving
production operation time 30%.
. Managed tooling and printing suppliers improving service and saving
$20,000 a year in materials.
. Created an improved design request documents that resulted in a 50%
increase in time efficiency.
. Saved $100,000 annually in materials by improving designs for production
and material efficiency.
. Created efficient storage system allowing 50% more material storage and
an ergonomic work area for the CAD department.
IBM / Lenovo - Research Triangle Park, NC 2004-2006
Packaging Engineer
Oversaw cost reductions and new packaging designs for Retail Store
Solutions (RSS) saving $50,000.
. Reduced environmental materials costs 20% - created an organized data
tool of key material suppliers that improved visibility and reduced time
of cost comparisons from global suppliers.
. Implemented laptop packaging design that delivered $1.7 million in cost
savings - won Institute of Packing Professionals (IOPP) Ameristar Award.
. Developed cost-efficient engineered packaging solutions for retail
products and options that saved $500,000 annually.
. Saved $475,000 by establishing new global shipping logistics plan that
increased efficiency of incoming product shipments.
. Led project that introduced new security seal methods and global identity
and anti-counterfeit for labels reducing theft 10% and improved ability to
identify compromised packaging.
Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications - Raleigh, NC
2000-2002
Packaging Project Manager
Designed and developed new retail packaging for a $7 million business
operation of mobile phones and accessories for products sold in North and
Latin America resulting in a cost savings of $250,000. Managed changes at
the production site to ensure line efficiency.
Summary of Experience: Selected to co-op work-study program as a Packaging
Engineer at 3M. Hired as a Design Engineer at CJK Manufacturing 1999-2000:
Reviewed customer requirements and engineering needs for new prototypes
and designs. Created 3D rendering of products and packaging for medical
supplies, electronic parts and consumer products; Sony Ericsson: 2000-
2002; IDCON: 2003-2004; IBM: 2004-2006; Menasha: 2006-2009; McKesson
Corporation 2010-2012; Medtronic Corporation 2012-2013; Eisai Corporation
2013 to present.
Education & Training
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Pfeiffer University, Misenheimer, NC
Concentration: Management and Leadership
Bachelor of Science in Packaging Science (Technical Option)
Rochester Institute of Technology - Rochester, NY
Dean's List
Associate of Science in Liberal Arts and Science
Monroe Community College - Rochester, NY
Professional Affiliations
Member IOPP (Institute of Packaging Professionals)