Labeling Specialist

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 10 Aug 2026 Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first - developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact. A Day in the Life The Labeling Specialist drives the development, execution, and continuous improvement of product labeling to support successful product launches, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. This role partners closely with Packaging Engineering, Product Development, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, and global stakeholders to deliver accurate, compliant, and market-ready labeling solutions. At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We’re working a minimum of 4-5 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary. Relocation assistance is NOT available for this role. Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned. Lead the creation, review, approval, and release of labeling components that support new product development and commercialized products. Drive development of labeling design inputs, content specifications, and final label artwork to ensure alignment with product, regulatory, and business requirements. Manage labeling project timelines, proactively identify risks, and ensure on-time delivery of labeling milestones. Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to resolve labeling challenges and accelerate project execution. Review and approve package labeling to ensure compliance with documented design requirements, applicable regulations, and internal standards. Identify and implement process, system, and workflow improvements that enhance labeling quality, efficiency, and scalability. Coordinate and oversee translation activities for global labeling to support international product registrations and market launches. Maintain and optimize labeling data within enterprise labeling systems and databases, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and traceability. Create, edit, and validate labeling content for medical devices and related products while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance. Ensure labeling artwork, proofs, and production deliverables meet regulatory, legal, quality, and corporate branding requirements. Monitor evolving domestic and international labeling regulations and proactively incorporate changes into labeling processes. Evaluate promotional and commercial materials to ensure consistency with approved product claims and supporting data. Champion continuous improvement initiatives by assessing labeling processes, tools, systems, and policies and driving innovative solutions. Required Knowledge and Experience: Requires a Bachelor's degree and minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 0 years of experience. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated success managing labeling or packaging projects within a regulated industry environment. Ability to quickly learn, adopt, and optimize new digital tools, labeling systems, and emerging technologies, including AI-enabled solutions. Strong attention to detail with a proven ability to identify risks and ensure data accuracy and compliance. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and experience utilizing business systems to support operational processes. Experience collaborating with global, cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives and business outcomes. Proven knowledge of medical device labeling regulations, standards, and global compliance requirements. Experience developing, reviewing, and approving product labeling within highly regulated environments. Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator or other graphic design and labeling software tools. Strong proofreading, editing, and content management skills with exceptional focus on quality and accuracy. Experience working in Agile environments, contributing to continuous improvement and accelerated project delivery. Ability to leverage data analytics, automation, and AI tools to improve labeling efficiency, accuracy, and compliance. For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required. Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment. Benefits & Compensation Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$73,600.00 - $110,400.00 This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others). The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program). The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums). Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico. Medtronic Benefits And Compensation Plans It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. 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