Product Development Engineer

Glenroy • Menomonee Falls, WI

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Glenroy, Inc. is seeking a Product Development Engineer to join their team. This role involves providing technical expertise and project management for new materials, structures, and customer applications in the flexible packaging industry. The engineer will be responsible for supporting Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain, managing Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routings in the ERP system, and leading cross-functional teams through the product development process. The position also includes performing material and package testing, providing direct customer technical support, and contributing to the company's sustainability goals through ESG programs. Glenroy, Inc. is a family-owned manufacturer located in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, known for its commitment to teamwork, innovation, employee support, and safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Packaging, Engineering (Chemical/Mechanical/Industrial), or related technical field preferred.
• Associate’s degree and experience in flexible packaging production, quality control production, or related field will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience with standard test methods and regulations (ASTM, GMPs, OTC, and FDA, etc.) is preferred.
• Frequent standing, walking, and use of hands to operate tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift and move objects over 50 pounds.
• Vision requirements include close vision, color recognition, and focus adjustment.

Responsibilities

• Support Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain with technical expertise and basic project management for new raw materials, structures, and customer applications.
• Track work-in-process trials and communicate status updates.
• Apply deep knowledge of films, laminations, and packaging applications (including pouching) to recommend structures that balance technical performance, manufacturability, cost, and business requirements.
• Build and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routings in the ERP system, including structure setup, assignment to production orders, and upkeep of related product structure documentation.
• Lead cross-functional teams on approved projects through the product development process, coordinating activities across functions to deliver customer-ready outcomes.
• Plan, execute, and document trial work per the Glenroy Quality System, including coordinating material qualification, providing production-line support during sample runs, and ensuring required forms and spec evaluations are completed.
• Perform material and package testing for development projects, analyze results, and recommend continuous improvement actions.
• Support Quality and Manufacturing Engineering with material investigations as needed.
• Provide direct customer technical support (phone/virtual/on-site), including attending customer filling trials.
• Generate pouch designs/layouts and prototypes as required to support customer projects and orders.
• Build internal capability and external awareness by training others on flexible packaging and lab techniques, maintaining databases/spreadsheets for data retrieval, reviewing industry periodicals, meeting with material suppliers, representing Glenroy at industry/sustainability events.
• Deliver sustainable solutions to serve the next generation by engaging in Glenroy’s ESG programs including waste and carbon reduction efforts, through projects and reporting.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance starting the 1st of the month following your start date
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Company Match with immediate 100% vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Access to Vitality, our employee wellness program, and One Pass Select, offering national gym access and wellness resources
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling and support services
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Industrial Sports Medicine, ergonomic resources, and job-specific coaching
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level