Engineer, Packaging

Oatey Company • Cleveland, OH

4d • $73,236 - $117,177 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Packaging Engineer at Oatey Co. is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and implementing packaging solutions that ensure product protection, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and a best-in-class customer experience. This role collaborates closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, and Marketing teams to support new product launches, optimize existing packaging systems, and reduce total landed cost through material and process improvements.

Requirements

• 5+ years of packaging engineering experience, preferably in manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and distribution environments.
• Experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks, ArtiosCAD, AutoCAD, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements around packaging materials and usage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Technical aptitude and strong attention to detail
• Effective cross-functional collaboration
• Project management and organizational skills
• Continuous improvement and cost-reduction mindset
• Ability to balance cost, quality, sustainability, and operational needs

Nice To Haves

• Experience in consumer goods, industrial products, or plumbing/HVAC packaging.
• Knowledge of palletization software (TOPS, Cape Pack, etc.).
• Background in sustainability initiatives, recyclability improvements, or circular packaging.
• Experience working with packaging automation equipment and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Packaging Design & Development
• Supplier & Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Testing & Validation
• Manufacturing & Process Support
• Cost Optimization & Sustainability
• Documentation & Compliance

Benefits

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing
• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents
• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees