Associate Packaging Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and talented Associate Packaging Engineer to join our dynamic team and contribute to our packaging development and improvement efforts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update packaging specifications for all package formats (cans, PET, cartons, corrugate trays, wraps, multi-packs, etc.), including dimensions, materials, tolerances, and performance requirements.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, material dielines, and specification sheets in alignment with brand, regulatory, and co-manufacturer requirements.
• Support new product development (NPD) and packaging renovation projects by translating design intent into manufacturable specifications.
• Maintain active technical relationships with packaging material suppliers, facilitating specification alignment and problem resolution.
• Serve as the day-to-day technical point of contact for packaging-related inquiries from internal and external parties, including co-manufacturers, providing guidance on specification interpretation and issue resolution.
• Conduct on-site line assessments and trials at co-manufacturer facilities to evaluate packaging runability, identify sources of downtime or defects, and develop improvement plans.
• Contribute to the development and revision of internal standards, SOPs, work instructions, and test methods related to packaging quality.
• Identify and champion cost-reduction and sustainability improvement opportunities within the packaging portfolio without compromising quality or performance.
• Ensure food safety, quality, and SQF practices are always followed, notifying immediate manager of any food safety and/or quality issues.

Requirements

• 2+ years of packaging engineering experience, ideally in Consumer-Packaged Goods.
• Familiarity with beverage packaging formats and filling/sealing technologies (e.g., canning lines, PET filling, secondary and tertiary packaging) is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and generate insights from engineering drawings and raw material documentation.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Proficiency in using software tools for packaging design and analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to translate technical findings for both engineering and non-technical audiences.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities for collaboration with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
• Passion for sustainability practices and trends in packaging is advantageous.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards in packaging and labeling.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-motivated with a continuous-improvement mindset and attention to detail.
• Ability to travel up to 40% occasionally working evenings and weekends as needed for special assignments.

Skills

• Technical knowledge of packaging material and packaging process.

Benefits

• Three Weeks of Vacation per calendar year.
• Additional week of vacation every few years, depending on exempt status.
• Parental leave of up to six weeks for birth mothers, additional time available for non-medical leave.
• Flexibility Stipend for eligible Rain Makers.
• Relocation Available (when available).
• Carpooling reimbursement for eligible Rain Makers.
• 401k with immediate vesting.
• Fitness reimbursements for community events and competitions.
• Access to on-site gym with a personal trainer 2 days per week.
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, including one free plan for Rain Makers.
• Vehicle Program for eligible Rain Makers.

Pay

$92,000 - $110,000 (depending on experience)

Schedule

4+ days a week, with occasional travel required.