Associate Packaging Engineer
About The Position
An Associate Packaging Engineer at Lamb Weston supports the identification, development, and commercialization of new and improved packaging while contributing to cross-functional project work. The role leads projects ranging from simple to complex, supports technical initiatives, and serves as a packaging resource in the stage-gate process. The engineer works both independently and with a team, partnering with packaging suppliers and applying materials and technology to drive innovation and new business. The role also focuses on how package design affects operational efficiency in manufacturing plants and distribution networks.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; Packaging or Engineering preferred.
- At least one co-op or internship, preferably in consumer packaged goods (CPG), or at least one year of work experience in the packaging industry, preferably in CPG.
- Strong understanding of packaging materials, capabilities, and equipment.
- Thorough understanding of physical and structural package testing procedures.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to meet Company driving standards.
- Ability to lift 25 to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand for 75% of a day.
- Ability to sit for four hours at a time.
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to 2-D/3-D design programs such as AutoCAD, ArtiosCad, and/or SolidWorks.
- Packaging or Engineering degree preferred.
- Co-op or internship experience in consumer packaged goods preferred.
- Work experience in the packaging industry, preferably in consumer packaged goods.
Responsibilities
- Support assigned packaging projects through the innovation stage-gate process, from ideation through commercialization.
- Support and lead complex technical projects.
- Develop ideas for savings, innovation, plant efficiency, and quality improvements relevant to the business.
- Independently plan, execute, and analyze plant, pilot plant, and laboratory trials.
- Develop and manage technical packaging specifications.
- Establish strong working relationships with key suppliers.
- Use the Dynamics Lab to qualify materials and perform prototyping.
- Ensure technical and performance needs are met for projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement deliverables.
- Identify packaging needs and drive continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts.
- Well-being programs, including companywide events and a wellness incentive program.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) plan with generous company contributions.
- Financial planning services.
- Employee stock purchase program.
- Health Savings Accounts.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Family-friendly employee events.
- Employee Assistance Program services, including mental health and concierge-type services. Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
