Packaging Engineer (Structural)

Frida•Miami, FL

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

Frida is seeking a Packaging Engineer to join our Packaging Engineering team and support the structural packaging development pipeline and broader packaging initiatives. The Packaging Engineer will ideate, design, prototype, and validate new package proposals with an emphasis on aesthetics, performance, and manufacturability. The selected individual will have an eye for design and a mind for creativity.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Package Engineering, Packaging Science, or Industrial Design (with emphasis on packaging development)
3+ years of experience in developing primary, secondary, and tertiary retail and ecommerce packaging components for consumer goods industries
Strong creative process, with equal blend of aesthetics and engineering skill set, able to translate ideas to manufacturing-ready specifications
Strong ability to develop 2D dielines for flexibles, folding carton and corrugated packaging using ArtiosCAD software, and design standards library
Skilled with 3D rendering of part proposals, package assemblies or studies using Solidworks, ArtiosCAD 3D, or other equivalent 3D software
Strong problem-solving abilities, judgment and decision-making skills, and ability to communicate sound technical justifications
Experienced with daily operation of a Kongsberg sample cutting table, using a variety of substrates including but not limited to paperboard, corrugated, and plastic films. Mechanical aptitude and ability to assemble physical prototypes is required
Experienced in using palletization software like Cape or similar
Familiar with package manufacturing + print processes, equipment and materials
Familiar with package testing (ISTA and/or ASTM) methodology, root cause analysis, and CAPA issue resolution
Working knowledge of Adobe CS (Illustrator, Photoshop)
Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint, Word
Strong verbal, written and graphic communications skills required. Must be able to present and communicate with internal and outside teams
Ability to drive multiple projects in unison, from concept to completion, in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and culture
Self-starter who values collaboration and feedback

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in a package design for consumer electronics, medical devices, or lifestyle CPG brands preferred

Responsibilities

Combining factors of engineering, design, quality, manufacturing, marketing, and transportation, develop packing to support Frida’s new product development (NPD), renovation, and global pipelines
Provide supportive research, design ideation, and technical assessments for assigned projects, including primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging for retail and ecommerce scenarios
Generate detailed package dielines, specifications, BOMs, assembly instructions, and associated engineering documents; contributing to Frida’s technical documentation library
Support & develop to CTQ requirements (Cost, Time, Quality) for all assigned projects
Work closely with team members across multiple locations & function areas, as well as working with external suppliers toward the successful delivery of projects against businesses requirements
Ensure safe transport of products by conducting or monitoring appropriate package testing outcomes to mitigate potential risks to quality, function, or consumer experience
Develop visual presentation materials such as hand sketches, prototype samples, 3D renderings, ISM research, competitive assessments, unboxing journey visuals, and palletization layouts
Assist in development of streamlined & strategic packaging standards and guidelines for future growth and category expansion
Maintain knowledge of packaging technologies and trends related to design, materials, and manufacturing machinery / processing
Using our Kongsberg digital sample making table, prototype & evaluate package proposals, refine for manufacturing, experience, & aesthetic factors. Conduct iterative feasibility and validation tests to prove out proposals
Generate samples to support internal review gates, executive presentations, and customer sales meetings, assisting in graphic finishing as needed
Support file management and version control requirements for QMS and Medical device records
Occasional travel required (approx. once per quarter)
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Robust health benefits including:
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans
Employer paid life insurance
Supplemental insurance options including Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
FSA & HSA
401k matching up to 4% with immediate vesting.
Generous paid time off program including elective PTO days, federal holidays, sick/wellness days, and a birthday floater.
Flexible paid pregnancy and parental leave.
Weekly wellness programming designed to maximize personal time and minimize time spent investing in personal care outside of work hours. This includes a variety of programming such as in-office manicures & pedicures, blowouts, massages, and carwash services.
Dog friendly office - feel free to bring your best buddy with you to work!
Learning & development opportunities for professional and personal growth
Company-wide events & outings. Team engagement is at the center of our culture. This ranges from small department-specific teambuilding or informal outings to our annual Fam Jam family carnival that celebrates the people in your life who support you in bringing your best self to work each day. We also host an annual Day of Service to support our local Miami community, and provide a variety of volunteer opportunities throughout the year that support our mission to serve parents and children.
Exclusive employee product discounts.