Lead Packaging Engineer — Biotech, Onsite in Madison

Carex Consulting Group; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Carex Consulting Group is seeking a Packaging Engineer in the Madison, WI area to lead the development, design, and implementation of packaging solutions for new and existing products.

You will collaborate across R&D, Marketing, Operations, and Quality, develop specifications, evaluate materials, and drive continuous improvement, sustainability, and regulatory compliance in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering.
• 4–8 years packaging engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, components, design principles, manufacturing processes and performance evaluation methods.
• Experience conducting distribution challenge testing and supporting packaging design control activities.
• Experience working with automated packaging equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to independently address complex technical challenges.
• Demonstrated experience leading technical projects and collaborating across technical and non-technical functions.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SolidWorks and/or CAD tools; statistical software experience is beneficial.
• Experience with molded plastic containers and closure systems is preferred.
• Experience working within ISO 9000, FDA cGMP, USDA, or comparable regulated environments is preferred.
• Six Sigma knowledge and experience applying continuous improvement methods and tools is preferred.
• Certified Packaging Professional or comparable packaging certification is preferred.
• Ability to travel occasionally as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Lead packaging design and development projects from concept through implementation.
• Partner with R&D, Marketing, Operations, Quality, and other stakeholders to develop effective packaging solutions.
• Develop, maintain, and improve packaging material and component specifications.
• Evaluate packaging materials and systems including containers, closures, films, and corrugated packaging.
• Plan and execute packaging performance evaluations and ISTA/ASTM testing.
• Support packaging design control activities and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Troubleshoot packaging and manufacturing issues using root cause analysis and statistical methods.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities for packaging performance and cost.
• Champion sustainable packaging initiatives and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Support automated packaging equipment and improvement projects.
• Build relationships with suppliers, monitor performance, and participate in vendor audits.
• Stay current on emerging packaging technologies and industry trends.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Technical communication

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD tools

Statistical software

Job description

Carex Consulting Group is seeking a Packaging Engineer in the Madison, WI area to lead the development, design, and implementation of packaging solutions for new and existing products.

You will collaborate across R&D, Marketing, Operations, and Quality, develop specifications, evaluate materials, and drive continuous improvement, sustainability, and regulatory compliance in a manufacturing environment.