Global Packaging Engineer: Drive Innovation in Coatings

8700 Axalta Coating Systems, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Axalta Coating Systems is seeking a packaging engineer for the Raw Material Technology team in Philadelphia, PA. You will manage finished product packaging, ensure EH&S and global regulatory compliance, and strive for cost optimization and process improvements.

The role requires evaluating new packaging, collaborating across functions, and scaling materials in manufacturing, with a focus on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in packaging, packaging coatings, or related industries.
• Strong understanding of packaging attributes and their influence on performance.
• Hands-on experience with analytical techniques (FTIR, adhesion, XRF, microscopy).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to safety in all aspects of work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and qualify new packaging (corrugated, cans, bottles, drums, labels, etc.) to support waterborne and solventborne coatings.
• Collaborate with procurement, process technology, operations, and regulatory teams to integrate packaging into current lines.
• Scale-up and implement new packaging materials in manufacturing.
• Design and execute experiments and testing protocols for packaging characteristics.
• Develop and maintain packaging specs, qualification protocols, and documentation.
• Partner with suppliers to assess new technologies and drive packaging innovation.
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of packaging issues in manufacturing or customer applications.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging packaging technologies.
• Collaborate with global teams to align packaging strategies with market needs and business objectives.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Independent work

Safety consciousness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering/Materials Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

FTIR

XRF

Microscopy

Job description

Axalta Coating Systems is seeking a packaging engineer for the Raw Material Technology team in Philadelphia, PA. You will manage finished product packaging, ensure EH&S and global regulatory compliance, and strive for cost optimization and process improvements.

The role requires evaluating new packaging, collaborating across functions, and scaling materials in manufacturing, with a focus on quality and safety.