917850 Product Eng Services - Senior Packaging Engineer
About The Position
The Senior Packaging Engineer executes corporate packaging initiatives, including cost reduction, operational enhancements, process improvements, and seasonal promotional packaging efforts. The role oversees the packaging commercialization process for new product development and sustainability initiatives within assigned product categories, and resolves packaging-related issues with suppliers. It involves work on projects unique to the company and requires applying knowledge of materials, operations, and customer needs. The engineer conducts analyses to define packaging design requirements, assess material suitability, and evaluate proposed processes. The position leads packaging projects from initiation through completion, including design, prototyping, validation, technical documentation, and post-project evaluation. It collaborates with cross-functional teams and domestic and international suppliers to develop packaging solutions and specifications, supports promotional and point-of-purchase displays, identifies cost-saving and workflow improvements, and mentors junior packaging engineers. International travel is required as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering.
- Five years of related experience.
- Solid knowledge of engineering fundamentals and principles, with a general understanding of various material properties.
- Strong technical, analytical, planning, and organizational skills.
- Ability to facilitate projects and solutions.
- Oral and written communication skills within a team environment.
- Ability to prioritize projects and departmental goals to meet established deadlines.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities under tight time constraints.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with palletization optimization software such as TOPS or CAPE.
- Experience with CAD software such as ArtiosCAD or SolidWorks.
Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver detailed presentations on packaging projects to cross-functional leadership, ensuring technical and project data are accurate and complete.
- Lead assigned packaging projects from initiation through completion, conduct post-project evaluations, and present performance against original objectives.
- Design, prototype, and validate retail packaging components for new product development, including clamshells, trapped blisters, folding cartons, injection-molded hang tags, printed polybags, and header cards.
- Collaborate with engineering, product management, operations, and procurement to optimize packaging solutions in line with product and operational goals.
- Coordinate packaging design with marketing and branding requirements to support promotional and point-of-purchase displays.
- Work with domestic and international suppliers to develop and maintain packaging specifications consistent with supplier capabilities and product requirements.
- Conduct competitive benchmarking to identify packaging trends and opportunities to improve performance, sustainability, and customer experience.
- Identify and implement packaging cost-saving initiatives involving materials, processes, transportation, and storage without compromising quality or brand standards.
- Recommend workflow improvements to enhance packaging efficiency and scalability.
- Lead resolution of packaging issues involving design, testing, or quality, including hands-on support and troubleshooting.
- Prepare technical documentation, including packaging drawings, material specifications, handling and shipping instructions, and inspection criteria.
- Draft and present technical reports summarizing analyses and findings to internal stakeholders.
- Mentor and support junior packaging engineers through project work and technical guidance.
- Perform other duties as assigned within the scope and level of the role.
- Travel internationally as needed.
Benefits
- Paid vacations and holidays.
- Profit sharing and matching 401(k).
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
- Discounts on Klein Tools products.
- Education and professional development assistance.
- Competitive benefits supporting employees and their families.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
