Packaging Technologist

Argenta

$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (packaging science, materials science, mechanical engineering or similar)
  • 5+ years of experience in packaging development and/or engineering
  • Knowledge of packaging materials, technologies, and applications
  • Strong understanding of packaging machinery and design software
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Ability to collaborate and build cross-functional partnerships

Responsibilities

  • Create prototype packaging and product displays based on project briefs and brand standards
  • Run production trials and transport tests to evaluate package strength and shelf-life
  • Research eco-friendly materials and methods to reduce waste and production costs
  • Work with internal design, manufacturing, and quality teams, as well as external suppliers
  • Ensure all packaging meets regulatory safety standards and industry guidelines
  • Support technical troubleshooting across the packaging supply chain
  • Build relationships with strategic packaging suppliers to stay ahead of trends

Benefits

  • Opportunity for career growth within a rapidly expanding global business
  • A supportive and collaborative company culture
  • Access to strong employee benefits
  • A valued input in decision-making
  • Work within a hard-working yet enjoyable team atmosphere
Full Job Description
Argenta is currently looking to fill the role of HR Generalist at our Shawnee, KS location. This role provides broad HR support across all team members at our Shawnee KS location. You will resolve employee requests, advise leaders on day-to-day people matters, and use sound judgment to navigate moderately complex situations. The ideal candidate is a versatile, proactive HR professional who builds trust through accurate, timely support and continuously looks for ways to improve how HR serves the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create prototype packaging and product displays based on project briefs and brand standards.
  • Run production trials and transport tests to evaluate package strength, shelf-life, and environmental stability.
  • Research eco-friendly materials and methods to reduce waste and lower production costs.
  • Work with internal design, manufacturing, and quality teams, as well as external suppliers.
  • Ensure all packaging meets regulatory safety standards and industry guidelines.
  • Support technical troubleshooting across the packaging supply chain and production environments.
  • Build strong relationships with strategic packaging suppliers to stay ahead of trends and capabilities.


About You:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (packaging science, materials science, mechanical engineering or similar).
  • 5+ years of experience in packaging development and/or engineering
  • Knowledge of packaging materials, technologies and applications
  • Strong understanding of packaging machinery, materials functionality, and design software.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Strong ability to collaborate and build cross-functional partnerships


Argenta has strongly embedded company values which is key to who we are and how we deliver. We offer an opportunity to work for a successful and rapidly expanding global business where your input will be valued. At Argenta we are a hard-working group who really enjoy the people we work with each day. That is why we support our people through a strong culture, great benefits, and growth opportunities.

To find out more about Argenta, click here: www.argentaglobal.com

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