Matt TerBush
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
To leverage my expertise in sterile packaging engineering and direct knowledge of ISO 11607 to support various packaging functions. This would encompass design, develop, and validation through innovative solutions that support global strategy for revenue growth, profit growth, and business continuity. My background supports a variety of industry skill sets with a focus on ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Packaging Engineer
Aspen Surgical
Caledonia, MI
02.2025 - Current
- Leading $500,000 yearly cost-save packaging insource project including project management, sterile barrier design & development, sterilization & packaging validation, and operational readiness.
- Executing various packaging validations for new and existing products with compliance to ISO 11607 regulations.
- Led packaging design projects to optimize materials and enhance cost-savings.
- Performed Test Method Validation for ASTM standard related to packaging validation testing.
- Assist in developing validated sealing processes for sterile barrier packaging on various equiptment including FFS machines, bar sealers, impluse sealers, etc..
- Support packaging process validation using various sterile packaging testing equipment.
- Remain current with industry technology and trends including ISO 11607, ASTM, etc.
Director of Packaging Innovations
Packaging Compliance Labs
Kentwood, MI
09.2023 - 02.2025
- Represents PCL and is an active member in industry events and committees (ASTM, IoPP, KilP etc.).
- Provides industry leadership for new trends, education, and encourages site visits.
- Serves as technical resource on commercial teams by providing relevant content, thought leadership and presentations to industry.
- Gathers client and industry feedback on PCL performance and evaluates technical trends for our clients.
- Evaluates new programs and services initiatives generated internally, from other departments, and client requests.
- Develops new service offerings and collaborates with other departments to commercialize successful pilot programs (Usability and Microbial Ranking).
- Provides direct engineering support for select revenue & non-revenue generating projects.
- Internal PCL resource for lab standardization efforts including Lab Operating Instructions, quote request forms and test plans.
- Supports client meetings for technical advise, industry updates and trends.
- Leads internal technical education for ISO 11607 training, industry updates and standard changes.
- Is an active member of Leadership Team and provides key input on strategic directives
Sr. Laboratory Packaging Engineer
Packaging Compliance Labs
Kentwood, MI
08.2021 - 09.2023
- Drove Laboratory Revenue:
- Served as a sales asset by being a technical resource to support calls and meetings.
- Authored Test Parameter Sheet’s and protocols for “A” clients and new clients.
- Assisted the sales staff by upselling and serving as the Root Cause driver.
- Served as the project manager for all premium services, outsourcing, large projects, etc.
- Supported Operations and Laboratory
- Filled communication void between Sales and Operations
- Conducted GEMBA walks and provides lab technician support
- Authored deviations, collaborated with quality, and communicated with clients to support operations on non-conforming work.
- Mentored technicians, interns, and new engineers to the lab.
- Was an active member in industry events and committees (ASTM, IoPP, etc.)
- Supported Engineering NPD and contract packaging in various assignments.
- Drove Kaizen Events to continuously improve PCL programs and processes.
- Supported Sales and Marketing to research new industry trends and keeps PCL at a competitive advantage.
Director of Operations / Packaging Engineering
Packaging Compliance Labs
Kentwood, MI
10.2018 - 08.2021
- Led, trained and developed the laboratory team including management of budget for the department during rapid growth of the company.
- Assured projects were completed in accordance with business unit objectives for Queue, On-Time Delivery and Quality Lab KPIs.
- Established and maintained production schedule with commitment from team and customer on all projects.
- Conducted daily status meetings with internal and external customers.
Packaging Engineer
Packaging Compliance Labs
Kentwood, MI
08.2017 - 10.2018
- Performed package testing (e.g. transportation simulation, aging, material strength, sterile integrity) according to established test methods (ASTM, ISTA, ISO, etc.)
- Provided packaging engineering consulting services for PCL clients including design and development and validation per ISO 11607.
- Developed, managed, and maintained project schedules and project management duties.
- Ensured equipment was maintained and calibrated, and validated both in the lab and on sealing equipment.
Education
Packaging Science -
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI04-2015
Skills
- Packaging Testing (ASTM, ISTA, etc)
- Packaging Design and Development
- Usability / Human Factors
- Root Cause Analysis
- Knowledge of Industry Standards (ISO, FDA, EU regulations)
- Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
- Time Management and Prioritization
- Packaging Simulation Tools (TOPS)
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
Timeline
Senior Packaging Engineer
Aspen Surgical
02.2025 - Current
Director of Packaging Innovations
Packaging Compliance Labs
09.2023 - 02.2025
Sr. Laboratory Packaging Engineer
Packaging Compliance Labs
08.2021 - 09.2023
Director of Operations / Packaging Engineering
Packaging Compliance Labs
10.2018 - 08.2021
Packaging Engineer
Packaging Compliance Labs
08.2017 - 10.2018
Packaging Science -
Michigan State University