Senior Packaging Engineer (Greater Savannah, GA Area) - Savannah, GA

VetJobs•Savannah, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) as a Senior Packaging Engineer in the greater Savannah, GA area, leading packaging operations at a world-class manufacturing facility. This role involves troubleshooting complex packaging challenges, identifying root causes, designing innovative solutions, and implementing cutting-edge automation to drive efficiency gains. LCE is a 100% employee-owned company recognized for its award-winning culture and impactful mission supporting defense operations and other critical programs.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Packaging Engineering. Manufacturing or comparable degrees may be considered.
15+ years in manufacturing with 10 years minimum in leadership or senior engineering capacity.
Demonstrated hands-on expertise in packaging equipment (form/fill/seal, bagging, labeling, palletizing, etc.).
Understanding of motion control, PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), robotics, and automation integration.
Exceptional technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Strategic thinker with a proven ability to deliver both short-term results and long-term transformation.
Strong analytical capabilities; comfortable interpreting production data, performance KPIs, and technical schematics.
Outstanding communicator and cross-functional collaborator.
Results-driven, innovative, and passionate about operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction and leadership to all aspects of packaging operations.
Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control-related packaging equipment issues.
Oversee packaging line optimization to maximize throughput, reduce downtime, and ensure equipment reliability.
Evaluate, design, and implement next-generation automation solutions — robotics, vision systems, servo-driven controls, and intelligent monitoring.
Analyze OEE and line performance data to identify bottlenecks and drive measurable productivity improvements.
Partner with global equipment suppliers and integrators to benchmark and implement world-class technologies.
Establish and maintain quality control systems to ensure high-quality packaging.
Ensure packaging lines meet or exceed all regulatory and safety standards.
Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing packaging team with a culture rooted in safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Train and empower Engineers and Technicians in advanced troubleshooting and automation technologies.
Help develop and manage operating budgets, capital projects, and cost-reduction initiatives.
Collaborate with senior leadership on long-term strategic plans to elevate the company’s position as an industry leader in packaging and automation.
Lead sustainability initiatives that reduce waste, energy use, and environmental impact.
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, industry standards, and safety protocols.
Anticipate and mitigate operational risks through proactive maintenance, redundancy planning, and system design improvements.