Packaging Engineer

Harrison Scott Associates; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions firm in the UK is seeking a Packaging Engineer with extensive experience in product packaging development. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Packaging or Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in injection molding and working with post-consumer recycled materials. Responsibilities include leading packaging projects, conducting feasibility assessments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This role offers a competitive salary and an innovative working environment.

Qualifications

• Essential: Minimum 5 years’ experience with ISBM, EBM and/or injection molding.
• Essential: Custom mould development and statistical qualification of tools.
• Essential: Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead Packaging development and testing for NPD and operations projects.
• Deliver innovative and sustainable packaging solutions.
• Conduct technical feasibility assessments on packaging designs.

Skills

Fluency in English

Communication skills

Experience with ISBM

Experience with injection molding

Experience with post-consumer recycled plastics

Experience in manufacturing environments

Knowledge of packaging components

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

BS in Packaging/Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Solidworks

SAP

Job description

Job Title : Packaging Engineer – Household Products

Salary : £To Attract The Best

Location : Surrey

Reference : J79216

Contact :

Telephone : [phone]

Key Responsibilities

• Happily, lead Packaging development and testing of NPD and Supply chain / Operations led packaging projects.
• Partner with cross functional teams to deliver innovative and sustainable packaging solutions for products through the product-packaging lifecycle.
• Conduct in-depth technical feasibility assessments on packaging design, including environmental impact, supply chain, manufacturing, cost drivers, potential IP issues and consumer impact
• Be the voice on advocating good karma packaging and guide team members through the complexities of what goes into sourcing and making packaging recyclable and manufactured with recycled content.
• Develop and execute package qualification plans, line trials, mold sampling, and equipment capability studies to ensure a successful commercialization.
• Create packaging related specifications, finished product manuals and manage data accuracy in Project Lifecycle Management software SAP.
• Support the wider packaging community and R&D colleagues on sharing new technologies, product ideas, best practices, packaging knowledge and humble bragging on learnings from attending conferences, factory visits, webinars etc.
• Travel and work independently at manufacturing and vendor sites.
• Besides the planet they’re also very passionate about people. They take diversity and inclusion seriously and expect the same from you.

Experience you’ll bring

• Essential : BS in Packaging / Engineering / related field.
• Essential : Minimum 5 years’ experience with ISBM, EBM and / or injection molding
• Essential : Custom mould development and statistical qualification of tools
• Essential : Experience of working with post-consumer recycled plastics and paper
• Essential : Proven understanding of packaging components, supplier processes, manufacturing processes
• Essential : Experience in liquid / powder fill manufacturing environments
• Essential : An understanding of component printing / decoration techniques
• Essential : Fluency in English. Writing, reading and speaking.
• Essential : A positive and clear communicator— articulate ideas, voice constructive opinions.
• Essential : Proficient in working with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Essential : Experience in working with Amazon E-com testing and certification process.
• Desirable : An understanding of both mechanical and chemical recycling process
• Desirable : Experience of working with AutoCAD or Solidworks, SAP, Palletisation software.
• Desirable : Ability to deep dive into conversations around Star Wars, Stranger things and Fortnite!!

This innovative specialist is looking for a packaging expert who always has the thinking cap on when it comes to ideating, brainstorming or bouncing ideas off each other. A small spark can start a fire and they’re big on that sort of thinking.