Packaging Engineer

Astrix Inc

$88K — $105K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  • 4+ years of packaging development experience in consumer products or related industries
  • Strong knowledge of packaging materials and manufacturing processes
  • Experience with package testing methodologies
  • Proven leadership in cross-functional project management

Responsibilities

  • Develop primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging systems
  • Manage packaging qualification, testing, and commercialization
  • Support manufacturing trials and resolve packaging-related issues
  • Create and maintain packaging specifications and documentation
  • Drive cost savings and sustainability initiatives
  • Collaborate with suppliers on packaging innovation
  • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead high-impact packaging projects
  • Engage in sustainability initiatives that drive meaningful change
  • Collaborative team environment fostering learning and mentorship
  • Support for continuous professional development and skill enhancement
  • Involvement in innovative product launches that shape the market
Full Job Description
Overview

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

Key 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.

Qualifications
  • 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.
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