Packaging Manager Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Additional Location(s): US-MN-Arden Hills

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions.           

About the role:

Boston Scientific was recognized by Forbes as one of the Best Workplaces for Engineers in 2026, reflecting a culture where engineers do meaningful work.

As a Packaging Engineer II, you will support the development, verification and sustaining of packaging for Class I, II and III medical devices. You will create component and device specifications, develop and execute design verification protocols, conduct testing and data analysis, prepare reports, and support the implementation and assessment of new designs and design changes.

Working under direct supervision and guidance in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, you will apply problem-solving tools to support project deliverables and partner cross-functionally with teams including design, quality assurance, risk management, purchasing, marketing and regulatory.

Work model, sponsorship, relocation:

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our Arden Hills, Minnesota office at least three days per week. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time but may be considered.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Complete packaging and product development activities, including writing and verifying specifications, maintaining documentation, testing processes, equipment, raw materials and products, and validating equipment and processes.
• Independently plan activities necessary to meet project timelines.
• Conduct packaging tests and experiments supporting new product development and improvements to existing designs.
• Troubleshoot issues related to packaging design, materials and processes.
• Summarize and analyze test results, draw conclusions, and communicate findings.
• Generate packaging-related documentation, including specifications, test plans, reports and other Product Development Plan (PDP) documents.
• Train technicians or operators on new processes or test procedures, as applicable.
• Apply Technology Development Plan (TDP) and PDP methodologies.
• Serve as a core or extended team member on New Product Development (NPD) and sustaining projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve design, manufacturing and sustainability; recommend solutions; and submit Value Improvement Project (VIP) records and Corporate Social Responsibility Sustainability Case Studies.
• Collaborate with Boston Scientific departments, divisions and suppliers to promote practical, consistent and improved approaches to packaging.
• Ensure appropriate resources, including personnel and tools, are maintained to support Quality System compliance and adherence to the Boston Scientific Quality Policy.
• Establish and promote a work environment that supports the Quality Policy and Quality System.
• Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies and advances in medical device packaging.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in packaging engineering or a related technical field (In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years' packaging design and testing experience in a related field may be considered).
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a design engineering role.
• Strong communication and technical writing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Visio.
• Ability to travel less than 10% of the time.

Preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge of applicable medical device packaging regulations, equipment, testing and processes.
• Ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with packaging design software, such as TOPS or CAPE.
• Previous Boston Scientific experience.

Requisition ID: 633179 

Minimum Salary: $ 71500 

Maximum Salary: $ 135800 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) - see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com-will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more atwww.bostonscientific.comand follow us onLinkedIn.

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company's policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions.  This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement.  The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.