Packaging Engineer

About the role

The Senior Packaging Engineer leads packaging development initiatives from concept through commercialization, supporting new product launches, packaging improvements, supplier qualifications, and cost-reduction programs.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development of primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging systems.
• Manage packaging qualification, testing, and commercialization activities.
• Support manufacturing trials, startup activities, and resolution of packaging-related issues.
• Create and maintain packaging specifications and technical documentation.
• Drive cost savings, productivity improvements, and sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate with suppliers on packaging development and qualification efforts.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of packaging development experience, preferably in consumer products or similar industries.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and package testing methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects from concept through launch.