NA Packaging Improvement Engineer

FMC Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

FMC Corporation, headquartered in Philadelphia, seeks an NA Packaging Improvement Engineer to develop packaging line layouts and optimize equipment design. You will lead packaging initiatives with cross-functional teams across facility-based and corporate units to deliver safe, sustainable packaging solutions.

The role involves regulatory compliance, testing, and innovations to reduce waste while supporting product launches and cost optimization.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of packaging materials and systems and hazardous materials regulations.
• Ability to facilitate projects virtually and negotiate with internal/external teams.
• Maintain 49 CFR, IMDG and IATA certifications within 90 days.
• Capable of data-based decision making with a results-oriented leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Review equipment changes to assess packaging equipment and revisions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and FMC safety standards.
• Lead packaging improvements and trials of new packages/equipment.
• Document technologies, capacities and layouts for packaging lines.
• Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, Manufacturing and suppliers on packaging projects.

Skills

Packaging knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Data-driven decisions

Education

BS in Chemical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Job description

FMC Corporation is a global leader in agricultural sciences, driven by our purpose: Innovation for Agriculture. Solutions for the Planet. We are passionate about the power of science to solve agriculture’s biggest challenges. With one of the most productive and diversified pipelines in the industry, FMC is delivering cutting-edge and next-generation crop protection technologies – including Dodhylex™ active, Isoflex™ active, rimisoxafen, and fluindapyr – to help farmers increase the productivity and resilience of their land. Our employees are at the heart of this innovation. We’re looking for bold thinkers and collaborative doers. At FMC, your ideas matter. From day one, you’ll contribute to meaningful work that drives progress in agriculture, supported by a culture that values integrity, safety, respect, and results. Join us in advancing the future of agriculture. Together, we’re building a more resilient planet – one innovation at a time.

Job Overview:

Formulation and packaging are a significant and strategic part of FMC’s operations globally. The NA Packaging Improvement Engineer is responsible for the development of packaging line layouts, optimization of packaging equipment design and specifications, supporting new product launches (packaging), packaging compatibility testing, and improvement initiatives in the packaging space for FMC. Working with various levels of facility-based and corporate leadership, technology, maintenance, operations, R&D, quality, supply chain, and engineering teams, the NA Packaging Improvement Engineer will lead strategically, proactively, and purposefully to implement solutions which continually improve our safe, sustainable, and reliable packaging offerings. This role will be based at the FMC Philadelphia Headquarters and reports to the NA Formulations and Packaging Technical Center Manager.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Safety, Quality and Sustainability

• Review equipment changes to assess proposed packaging equipment and revisions to existing
• Ensure packaging and packaging equipment abides by Regulatory and FMC Safety Standards
• Support Packaging Responsible Care and Sustainability initiatives
• Support to reduce waste and drive process, operations, standardization and environmental goals
• Support Investigation of customer complaints related to packaging materials and resolve future complaints

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure packaging meets design specifications and performance requirements of hazardous US and International materials regulations, as well as FMC’s product safety standards
• Coordinate laboratory testing of packages and packaging materials for chemical and physical compatibility Manage development of test methods, data analysis and technical report generation for packaging components
• FMC Representative in external organizations supporting regulatory compliance i.e. Ag Container Recycling Counsil

Manufacturing Support

• Drive packing improvements equipment technology, design and capacities
• Drive trials of new packages and/or equipment. Adapting current lines/equipment for new packaging configurations i.e. bottles, cartoons, pallets stacking
• Design, evaluate and recommend packaging materials and packaging systems for formulated products
• Document packing equipment technologies, packaging line equipment, capacities and layout
• Initiate, publish, maintain and revise packaging materials specifications
• Work with other departments (R&D, Applications Technology, Marketing, Manufacturing, Material Handling, Engineering) and outside customers and suppliers in support of packaging projects.
• Evaluate and recommend alternative packaging materials and systems to reduce costs; improve package performance; and satisfy customer requirements

Required Education:

• BS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in packaging in chemical related field operation
• 5-7 years of experience in a chemical operations environment preferred

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of packaging materials, packaging systems, and hazardous materials regulations. Strong ability to facilitate projects and programs virtually. Ability to negotiate with organizations internal and external for packaging related services
• Maintain 49 CFR, IMDG and IATA certifications required within 90 days
• The ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with individuals
• Experience making data-based decisions with a result driven, action orientated leadership approach
• Communication skills across interdisciplinary teams to foster open dialogue, strong sense of team, inspires, and motivates others to achieve project goals
• Knowledge of quality assurance programs or statistical quality control a plus

Core Competencies:

• Accountable
• Strategic
• Leadership
• Innovative

FMC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Employment decisions at FMC are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We value diversity and strive to ensure that our hiring and employment practices support a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.