Packaging Engineer

ForceBrands; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions company in Minnesota seeks a Packaging Engineer with 3+ years of experience in product packaging development. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage the packaging design process for various products, ensuring they meet operational and regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Packaging Engineering and proficiency in software like Adobe Illustrator. This role involves managing multiple projects effectively in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of packaging development experience in food, beverage, or CPG.
• Strong understanding of packaging materials and processes.
• Technical proficiency with relevant software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Partner with teams to launch new products ensuring quality packaging.
• Guide on packaging design and print processes.
• Act as a liaison with suppliers and manage timelines.

Skills

Packaging design

Problem-solving

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

3D rendering tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams to bring new products from ideation through launch, ensuring packaging, design, and production align with business needs
• Provide guidance on packaging design, color matching, carton structure, and print processes (corrugated, labels, paper types) to ensure quality and efficiency
• Act as a liaison with packaging suppliers and printers, managing timelines, troubleshooting issues, and driving smooth execution of packaging deliverables
• Support multiple new product launches across categories (food service, retail, B2B) by coordinating packaging transitions, scaling formats, and ensuring readiness for production
• Assist with packaging regulations, sustainability requirements, and labeling accuracy (nutrition panels, font sizes, claims), staying informed of evolving laws and standards
• Work closely with marketing, production, and fulfillment teams to ensure packaging solutions meet brand, customer, and operational needs
• Troubleshoot packaging and production challenges, identify process improvements, and contribute ideas that optimize time, cost, and product performance

Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or related technical field, with 3+ years of packaging development experience (food, beverage, or CPG preferred)
• Strong applied knowledge of packaging materials and processes (corrugated, cartons, labels, flexibles/laminates, and print methods)
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently, with strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective time management
• Technical proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, 3D rendering tools, and Microsoft Office Suite, with flexibility to travel up to 10%