Packaging Engineer
IOPP Golden Gate Chapter · Charlotte, NC · 1 mo ago
Engineering$90k–$100k/yrFull-time
Job Responsibilities
- Lead the development of innovative flexible packaging structures and technologies to expand product capabilities and support business growth
- Translate customer and market requirements into technical specifications, designing packaging solutions that meet performance, quality, and commercial objectives
- Plan, execute, and oversee pilot-scale, production-scale, and filling/packaging trials to validate new products and manufacturing processes
- Collaborate with business leaders, customers, suppliers, and external partners to align on project objectives, development priorities, and technical requirements
- Coordinate cross-functional activities by leveraging internal teams and external resources to deliver projects efficiently and achieve key milestones
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Packaging, Plastics, Materials Science, or related technical field
- 5-10 years of experience in product development, package development, R&D, or manufacturing within flexible packaging
- Strong understanding of flexible packaging materials (OPP, PET, PE, nylon, paper, foil) and packaging structures