Ashley Coss
About Ashley Coss
Ashley Coss is a Senior Packaging & Labeling Engineer at Surmodics, Inc., with extensive experience in medical packaging and labeling. She has previously held positions at Footprint, Stryker, and QTS Medical Device Outsourcing, contributing to her diverse knowledge in packaging design and processes.
Current Role at SurModics
Ashley Coss serves as a Senior Packaging & Labeling Engineer at SurModics, Inc. since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing packaging processes and methods while acting as the packaging subject matter expert. Her responsibilities include ensuring compliance with industry standards and supporting the business's packaging needs. She operates from Eden Prairie, Minnesota.
Previous Experience in Packaging Engineering
Prior to her current position, Ashley Coss held several roles in packaging engineering. She worked as a Senior Packaging Engineer at Stryker from 2018 to 2022, where she contributed to various packaging projects. Before that, she was a Project Engineer II at QTS Medical Device Outsourcing from 2017 to 2018. Her career began with internships and entry-level positions, including a Packaging Engineer role at Footprint from 2015 to 2017 and a Structural Design Internship at Meyers in 2014.
Educational Background in Packaging
Ashley Coss earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Packaging from the University of Wisconsin-Stout, completing her studies from 2010 to 2015. During her academic career, she gained foundational knowledge in packaging design and materials. She also worked as a Packaging Lab Assistant at the university from 2014 to 2015, further developing her practical skills in the field.
Internship Experience in Packaging
Throughout her career, Ashley Coss has participated in several internships that provided her with valuable experience in packaging engineering. She interned at Schreiber Foods as a Packaging Engineer Intern from 2013 to 2014, and she also completed a Structural Design Internship at Meyers in 2014. These roles contributed to her understanding of packaging processes and materials.
Expertise in Medical Packaging
Ashley Coss possesses diverse knowledge in medical packaging, labeling, materials, design, and processes. Her experience in the medical device industry, particularly during her tenure at Stryker and QTS Medical Device Outsourcing, has equipped her with specialized skills relevant to medical packaging standards and requirements.