Packaging Engineer

Confidential; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical & dental

401k

Paid vacation

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Packaging Engineer for the mid Missouri area near Columbia to design, develop, and optimize packaging solutions that protect products and meet specs. You will collaborate with R&D, marketing, and production, perform material testing, drive improvements in sustainability and cost, and maintain documentation and timelines.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in packaging or related field and at least five years of experience, with CAD proficiency and knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
• 5 years of experience in packaging engineering or related field.
• Proficiency in CAD software and packaging design tools.
• Strong understanding of materials science and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop packaging concepts that meet product specifications and customer needs.
• Conduct material selection and testing to ensure packaging durability and functionality.
• Collaborate with R&D, marketing, and production teams to integrate packaging into new product development.
• Analyze packaging processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness, recommending improvements as needed.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, including sustainability initiatives.
• Manage packaging project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Create and maintain documentation related to packaging designs, specifications, and procedures.
• Conduct cost analysis and optimization of packaging materials and processes.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in packaging technology.

Skills

CAD software

Packaging design tools

Materials science

Manufacturing processes

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Materials Science

Tools

CAD software

Packaging design tools

Job description

We are searching for a Packaging Engineer in the mid Missouri area - near Columbia, Missouri.

The Packaging Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing packaging solutions for our products. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure packaging meets regulatory requirements, enhances product protection, and improves sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop packaging concepts that meet product specifications and customer needs.
• Conduct material selection and testing to ensure packaging durability and functionality.
• Collaborate with R&D, marketing, and production teams to integrate packaging into new product development.
• Analyze packaging processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness, recommending improvements as needed.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, including sustainability initiatives.
• Manage packaging project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Create and maintain documentation related to packaging designs, specifications, and procedures.
• Conduct cost analysis and optimization of packaging materials and processes.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in packaging technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in packaging engineering or related field.
• Proficiency in CAD software and packaging design tools.
• Strong understanding of materials science and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with sustainability practices in packaging.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for packaging in the plastics industry.
• Familiarity with testing methods for packaging performance.

• We offer a competitive salary, full benefit package including medical/dental, 401k, and paid vacation.