Packaging Design Specialist

Little Leaf Farms•Mcadoo, PA

56d

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: We are seeking a detail-oriented and innovative Packaging Specialist to design, test, and implement packaging solutions that ensure product safety, quality, and sustainability while optimizing cost and efficiency. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally with product development, manufacturing, supply chain, and marketing teams to develop packaging that meets both technical and branding requirements. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Design and develop packaging for new and existing products, including primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging. Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, and Operations teams to understand product requirements and translate them into effective packaging designs. Conduct packaging tests (e.g., ISTA, drop, compression, shelf-life) to ensure performance under various conditions. Evaluate and select materials and vendors, ensuring compliance with regulations, sustainability goals, and cost targets. Ensure packaging designs support food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance (e.g., FDA, FSMA, USDA). Lead packaging development projects from concept through production launch. Document all packaging specifications and contribute to technical dossiers for quality and regulatory audits. Generate technical drawings, specifications, and documentation for packaging components. Analyze packaging-related issues in production or the supply chain and recommend improvements. Stay up to date with packaging trends, technologies, and regulations (e.g., FDA, ISO, sustainability guidelines). Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce packaging waste, costs, and environmental impact.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or related field
3-5 years of experience in packaging design and development

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of packaging materials (plastics, paperboard, corrugate, foams, etc.) and manufacturing processes.
Proficiency in design and packaging simulation tools.
Familiarity with ISTA testing protocols and regulatory compliance.
Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Experience working in food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods is a plus
Understanding of sustainability and recyclable/compostable packaging design.
Knowledge of automation and packaging equipment.
Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement certification is a plus.
Position will be based out of our PA facility with some travel required as needed

Responsibilities

Design and develop packaging for new and existing products, including primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging.
Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, and Operations teams to understand product requirements and translate them into effective packaging designs.
Conduct packaging tests (e.g., ISTA, drop, compression, shelf-life) to ensure performance under various conditions.
Evaluate and select materials and vendors, ensuring compliance with regulations, sustainability goals, and cost targets.
Ensure packaging designs support food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance (e.g., FDA, FSMA, USDA).
Lead packaging development projects from concept through production launch.
Document all packaging specifications and contribute to technical dossiers for quality and regulatory audits.
Generate technical drawings, specifications, and documentation for packaging components.
Analyze packaging-related issues in production or the supply chain and recommend improvements.
Stay up to date with packaging trends, technologies, and regulations (e.g., FDA, ISO, sustainability guidelines).
Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce packaging waste, costs, and environmental impact.