Engineer - Packaging

Energizer Holdings, Inc.; Asheboro (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Energizer Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Packaging Engineer to join the Americas Packaging Technical Services team at the Asheboro, NC site. You will develop packaging solutions from concept to production, with a focus on plastic-free packaging initiatives and collaboration across functions.

You will support new product development, cost improvement, and manufacturability while driving projects with cross‑functional teams, suppliers, and internal partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical Engineering, or Packaging Science.
• 0-5 years’ experience in packaging development.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and take on increasing responsibility.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Candidates must be authorized to work full time in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute packaging solutions and qualification processes.
• Partner with suppliers to develop packaging from drawings and prototypes to production tooling.
• Collaborate with PTS and Operations to maintain packaging specifications.
• Communicate and manage projects with cross-functional partners.
• Learn and stay current with packaging and manufacturing technologies.
• Lead packaging projects with timelines, risk management and deliverables.
• Drive packaging cost, efficiency and sustainability improvements.
• Support operations for new product launches and packaging implementation.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical Engineering, or Packaging Science

Tools

CAD

Pallet design software

Job description

This is Energizer Holdings, Inc.

Energizer Holdings responsibly creates products to make lives easier and more enjoyable. To do this, we lean into our culture as an organization - we win together, while serving each other, with a willingness to act boldly, all while doing right. Our colleagues hail from all backgrounds, nationalities and walks of life, but our shared mission and purpose make us one team. Because we're a global organization, you will always have opportunities to learn, grow and develop in your career. We support flexible working arrangements wherever possible.

Position Summary

Energizer is seeking a Packaging Engineer to join the Americas Packaging Technical Services (PTS) team at our Asheboro, NC location. The PTS team leads packaging development and manufacturing processes across all projects - from primary packaging through shipper cases, unit loads, and point-of-purchase (POP) displays - supporting programs from early concept through full national production. In this role, you'll report to the PTS Manager and develop innovative packaging solutions across the Global Batteries portfolio, with a key focus on Energizer's plastic-free packaging initiative. The Packaging Engineer will support new product development, cost improvement projects, sustainability efforts, and ongoing packaging manufacturability for the Americas operations.

To succeed in this role, you'll need technical problem-solving skills, project management abilities, and experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute packaging solutions, including component testing and qualification processes.
• Partner with suppliers to develop packaging solutions from engineering drawings and prototypes through production tooling and commercialization.
• Collaborate with Packaging Technical Services (PTS) and Operations teams to create and maintain packaging specifications.
• Develop relationships and communicate to manage projects with cross-functional partners (Operations, Supply Chain, Commercial, Marketing and Finance).
• Learn and stay current with new developments in packaging and manufacturing technologies.
• Lead packaging projects while managing timelines, risks, and deliverables to ensure successful execution in alignment with business needs.
• Drive packaging cost and efficiency improvements and sustainability initiatives while maintaining quality and performance requirements.
• Communicate issues effectively with both technical and non-technical teams including Operations, Supply Chain, Commercial, Marketing, and Finance.
• Provide support to operations team for new product launches and packaging implementation.

Project Management Skills

• Must have ability to prioritize and organize workload on multiple projects of medium-to-high complexity.
• Develop and implement project schedules while ensuring engineering procedures are followed.
• Manage multiple assigned projects by monitoring progress and ensuring deliverables are met.
• Communicate technical and non-technical information clearly through presentations and written reports with management, team members, and support staff.

What we are looking for

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical Engineering, or a related field such as Packaging Science.
• 0-5 years’ experience in packaging development.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and take on assignments of increasing responsibility.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a cross-functional project team, with support as you learn.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Candidates must be authorized to work full time in the U.S.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with CAD and pallet design software.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn standard test methods, such as ASTM and ISTA protocols.
• Experience in consumer-packaged goods (CPG) or manufacturing environments.

Come join us!

Energizer is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Total Rewards Package

The salary range for this position is USD $75,000.00/Yr. - USD $90,000.00/Yr.

Actual base salary offered to a candidate may vary based upon factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location.

Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.

Energizer strives to create a supportive work environment centered around colleagues’ professional and personal well-being. Our total rewards package provides comprehensive benefits to attract, retain, and protect our colleagues – including health and welfare insurance, parental leave, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.