(Job TE- 1224) Packaging Engineer

Ash & Harris Executive Search is looking for a Packaging Engineer.

Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Packaging Engineer to lead complex packaging projects, drive qualification activities, and implement cost-effective improvements for our product lines. This role requires a proactive professional with deep technical expertise to standardize packaging, enhance performance, and collaborate cross-functionally in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead complex packaging projects or significant assignments with minimal supervision.
• Manage packaging qualification by generating protocols, overseeing testing, analyzing data, and authoring reports.
• Provide technical expertise for risk assessments and root cause analyses.
• Lead the improvement and standardization of existing product packaging to enhance performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Plan and execute design of experiments (DOE), perform statistical analysis, and document findings.
• Initiate and coordinate packaging line trials, including planning, execution, and post-trial analysis.
• Partner with Purchasing and Production to assess cost and feasibility of proposed packaging.
• Build and manage internal/external relationships to influence and gain support for initiatives.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities for new and existing products.

Requirements:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering.

Experiences

• 5 – 10 years of packaging engineering experience.
• Proven background in a manufacturing plant environment.
• Experience working with various packaging types and designing effective solutions.
• Demonstrated experience in developing trial plans, facilitating trials, and updating specifications.

Other

• Technical depth in a specific packaging material, format, or process.
• Advanced understanding of the full packaging development, qualification, and stage-gate processes.
• Advanced knowledge of packaging/labeling requirements and robust validation methodologies.
• Advanced skills in project timeline development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration across teams.
• Strong ability to multitask, manage time efficiently, and handle multiple activities simultaneously.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary

• $85,000 - $90,000 Per Year

Benefits

• [Note: Specific benefits would be listed here, e.g., Health insurance, 401(k), etc.]

Schedule:

Full-time

• Work arrangement: On-site