Packaging Engineer

Volm Companies • Antigo, WI

26d

About The Position

The Packaging Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and optimization of Volm’s packaging solutions. This role ensures our product specifications align with customer expectations and supply chain requirements. In addition, this role assists with product protection, cost-effectiveness, sustainability, and alignment with regulatory requirements throughout the entire supply chain.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude related to food packaging materials, structures, and systems.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate performance, cost, and risk.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Equipment teams.
• Familiarity with packaging equipment, manufacturing processes, and supply chain considerations.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and quality methodologies.
• Knowledge of engineering practices, packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and related technical principles normally acquired by completion of a bachelor’s degree in engineering, packaging, or a related field and/or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of food packaging standards, regulations, sustainability standards, and applicable compliance requirements.
• Basic knowledge of packaging development, operations, supply chain processes and equipment.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move around for extended periods of time.
• Capability to lift and carry objects of various weights up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Proficiency in using hands, fingers, and arms for tasks such as typing and writing.
• Sufficient visual acuity to read documents and recognize details at close and distant ranges.
• Ability to hear and understand verbal communication.
• Flexibility to bend, stoop, and reach low or high objects.
• Ability to occasionally perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying heavy objects.
• Adaptability to work in varying environmental conditions, such as temperature extremes, noise, dust, or fumes, depending on the nature of the job.
• Willingness to adhere to safety protocols and wear protective gear, including helmets, goggles, gloves, and safety shoes, as required by the job.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience using design software such as SolidWorks and/or Adobe Illustrator preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and specify packaging structures and materials to meet performance, cost, sustainability, regulatory and customer requirements.
• Create and maintain product specifications and drawings from raw materials through final packaged product.
• Utilize Quality Function Deployment (QFD) with key stakeholders (e.g. Sales, Marketing, Equipment, Operations) to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Lead cross-functional projects that contribute to goals for growth, continuous improvement, and cost.
• Lead and support technical packaging changes including new product development/trials and product or process changes.
• Ensure designs are verified and validated through creation of prototypes, trial runs, and testing.
• Provide technical knowledge to address challenges related to product design.
• Investigate and assess new materials, technologies, and practices.
• Design packaging solutions using materials such as fiberboard, corrugate, cartons, plastics, and films.

Benefits

• As a family-owned and operated company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. We offer a strong foundation of benefits, including access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, an HSA employer contribution, and a 401k with profit sharing to secure your future. To support your overall well-being and family life, we offer additional benefits beyond the core package, such as paid vacation, wellness stipends, childcare reimbursement assistance, and much more. We are committed to continuously enhancing our benefits to meet the evolving needs of our team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees