DAVID IACOBONE

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Edison, NJ **817

732-***-**** n2iy0w@r.postjobfree.com

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/david-iacobone/17/b13/44a

SUMMARY:

Sr. Packaging Engineer with a proven track record for designing and developing robust packaging solutions for complex products. Experienced with cost effective packaging in: medical device, pharmaceutical, consumer products, cosmetics and pet product industries. Ability to manage multiple projects from initiation through completion.

TECHNICAL SUMMARY: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), CAD (Solidworks, AutoCAD, ArtiosCAD), Six Sigma programs (Minitab, Quality Companion), Visio, Specification Systems, Pallet Pattern programs (CAPE, TOPS).

PACKAGING UTILIZED: Tyvek, Thermoformed Trays, Injection Molded Trays, Rollstock (including laminated structures), Stand Up Pouches, Blister Cards, Chipboard, Corrugated, Pre-formed Bags, Jars, Closures, Labels

PLASTICS RESINS USED: Polyethylene (PE, LDPE, LLDPE, HDPE), Polyester (PET), Polyvinylchloride (PVC), Saran (PVDC), Polypropylene (PP)

EXPERIENCE:

ETHICON, A JOHNSON & JOHNSON COMPANY – Somerville, NJ (2007 – July 2011)

Sr. Packaging Engineer

Provide packaging technical expertise while managing all package development activities for multiple concurrent product launches including: prototype development, material selection, transit testing, stability testing, sterility testing, and component qualification.

• Designed and qualified packaging associated with two successful product launches – TVT Exact and TVT Abbrevo

• Received two Platinum Encore Awards for contributions associated with the packaging of product launches

• Developed and successfully transit tested clinical package design for incontinence product

• Created material specifications and packaging component drawings, transit test protocols and completion reports

• Interface with suppliers regarding mold development and sample runs, including component qualification

• Utilize process excellence tools to create packaging solutions and identify potential issues with manufacturing/assembly

• Led all project related tasks of heat seal curve development of laminate films and Tyvek/thermoform trays

• Developed, wrote, and performed several test method validation protocols associated with product sterility and stability

• Collaborated with various departments to develop alternate methods of constructing stability samples

• Performed a cost analysis of the packaging, sterilization load, pallet container that will led to a cost savings of $125,000; redesigned packaging as a result

• Attended an internal EtO sterilization training conference

• Familiar with ISO 11607 and ASTM standards as well as GMP and GLP guidelines

KELLY SERVICES, INC. – New Brunswick, NJ (2006 – 2007)

Packaging Engineer – Contractor

Contract consultant provided packaging technical expertise for world class companies including BP Lubricants (Castrol) and Ethicon, a Johnson & Johnson Company.

• Developed material profiles using NIR and XRF spectrometry

• Prepared packaging material validation protocol studies

• Designed and developed all associated packaging for blow molded bottles

• Created and maintained component specifications, Bill of Materials, and manufacturing instructions

• Created and executed protocols for packaging component testing

L’OREAL USA – CONSUMER PRODUCTS DIVISION – Somerset, NJ (2004 – 2005)

Sr. Packaging Engineer

Managed multiple projects within cross-functional teams, identified and executed cost savings opportunities, and reduced the component protective packaging waste stream.

• Developed and qualified the secondary and tertiary packaging for all cosmetic product launches and promotions

• Performed component material selection through the usage of package integrity test methods

• Identified and executed value analysis projects resulting in a total cost savings of $600,000

• Designed and implemented waste reduction initiatives

o Reduced corrugate waste by 15% in one year

o Eliminated the use of expanded polystyrene for components through the use of reusable thermoformed trays

HARTZ MOUNTAIN CORPORATION – Secaucus, NJ (2001 – 2004)

Packaging Engineer

Designed and selected the packaging materials for product launches, maintained the existing product packaging, and managed multiple projects associated with the Bird and Small Animal category of products.

• Designed and developed consumer primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging within the lean and agile business model

• Provided project timelines and preliminary costing for new and revised packaging

• Developed and managed the specifications and Bills of Material for approximately 700 finished goods

• Initiated, investigated and implemented cost savings

o Master Carton project resulting in a $160,000 cost reduction

• Served as a Line Improvement Kaizan Team Member

o Reduced line downtime for changeovers by 26%

o Increased line production throughput by 17%

• Scheduled and conducted packaging line tests to ensure package and machinery compatibility

EQUITY PACKAGING – Pluckemin, NJ (2000 – 2001)

Packaging Engineer Consultant

Contract consultant provided packaging technical expertise working at world class companies including Nabisco and Revlon.

• Managed a team of engineers responsible for the data mapping of various component specifications

• Created, validated, and maintained the component packaging specifications, for package components

• Developed and trained the standardization process to packaging engineering group

CHUBB PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES (AT&T) – Iselin, NJ (1999 – 2000)

Computer Systems Analyst

Trained in computer programming and worked as a contract consultant to develop an internal software application.

• Coordinated multiple projects from an engineered conceptual plan through implementation and support

• Managed the development of additional application features with an external development team

BAXTER PPI – (formerly Ohmeda PPD Inc.) Liberty Corner, NJ (1996 – 1999)

Packaging Engineer I

Created and/or updated component drawings, specifications, and Bill of Materials, and executed package material tests.

• Assumed additional project management responsibility when department was reduced to one engineer

• Utilized AutoCAD software to integrate and aid in the design and/or modification of component drawings

• Developed and maintained, reviewed and approved Bill of Materials and component specifications

• Executed the validation protocols and provided the internal training of 2 text verification systems

• Performed label adhesion testing on small diameter glass packages within multiple test environments

• Evaluated and coordinated a permeation study using polyethylene, ethylvinyl acetate, and polypropylene membranes

• Prepared SOPs for the creation and approval of Bill of Materials and specifications

CIBA SELF-MEDICATION – Woodbridge, NJ (1996)

Packaging Engineer – Contractor

Contract packaging engineer assisted with developing and maintaining specifications, and cataloging packaging information.

• Updated/Created package specifications for launch/open stock products

• Created an information library containing approved artwork, child resistant testing, line validations, expiration dating, and stability information for all products distributed/manufactured

• Performed dimensional analysis on primary packaging of child resistant closures

MERCK & CO., INC. – Clinton, NJ (1995)

Summer Internship

Summer intern charged with performing permeation and closure torque studies.

• Conducted water permeation testing for polyethylene bottles using USP <671> testing methods

• Performed and evaluated torque application/removal tests for continuous thread and child resistant closures

EDUCATION:

Rutgers University, College of Engineering

BS Packaging Engineering, Graduated – May 1996

Chubb Professional Resources, Iselin, NJ

Top Gun Client Server Training Program, Certification Completed – May 1999

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