Senior Packaging Engineer

Nestlé•Bridgewater Township, NJ

9d•$115,000 - $135,000

About The Position

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases. At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers. Position Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Packaging Engineer to lead and support packaging innovation initiatives. This role will focus on the development and evaluation of new packaging technologies, materials, and equipment

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
Minimum 3+ years of experience in packaging development, preferably in the food, beverage, or consumer goods industry.
Proven experience with rigid plastic packaging technologies and processes.
Strong understanding of packaging equipment, filling technologies, and automation systems.
Excellent project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Familiarity with sustainability practices and regulatory requirements in packaging.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and implementation of innovative packaging solutions across multiple product categories.
Evaluate and integrate new packaging technologies, materials, and equipment to enhance product performance, sustainability, and cost-efficiency.
Collaborate cross-functionally with R D, manufacturing, marketing, and suppliers to ensure packaging solutions meet functional, regulatory, and brand requirements.
Conduct feasibility studies, pilot trials, and validation testing for new packaging systems.
Provide technical expertise in rigid plastic development, including material selection, molding processes, and performance optimization.
Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and sustainability practices in packaging.
Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts for existing packaging lines.
Document and communicate technical findings, specifications, and project updates clearly and effectively.