Packaging Engineer

Redwood Materials; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwood Materials is seeking a Packaging Engineer to design and implement packaging solutions for diverse products while prioritizing safety, regulatory compliance, and sustainability. You will collaborate with production, logistics, and suppliers, test materials, obtain necessary certifications, and help set packaging standards across the organization.

This role requires a Bachelor's in Packaging Engineering and at least three years of hands-on packaging design experience in tech or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering preferred.
• At least 3 years of packaging design experience in tech/manufacturing.
• Knowledge of packaging materials, battery tech, testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with hazardous materials and transport regulations.
• Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design and create packaging solutions ensuring customer and regulatory standards.
• Test and certify packaging designs with relevant authorities.
• Establish packaging standards and protocols for all products.
• Serve as main contact for suppliers and internal teams during development.
• Address packaging challenges with production facilities and suppliers.
• Seek cost savings, quality improvements, and better sourcing through research.
• Stay updated on material innovations and provide Logistics training.
• Research environmental compliance related to packaging components.
• Monitor industry trends, emergent technologies, and regulatory changes.

Skills

Packaging design

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering

Tools

Packaging design software

Job description

Packaging Engineer at Redwood Materials.

About the role

In this position, you will focus on creating and implementing effective packaging solutions that adhere to safety and regulatory standards. Your work will contribute to the sustainability efforts of Redwood Materials, ensuring that packaging meets both customer needs and environmental considerations. A strong understanding of packaging materials and compliance with hazardous materials regulations is essential.

Key facts

Location: McCarran, NV Engagement: Full-time Team: Packaging Engineering

What you'll do

• Design and create packaging solutions for a variety of products, ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory standards.
• Conduct necessary testing and obtain certifications from relevant authorities for packaging designs.
• Establish and uphold packaging standards and protocols for all products and processes at Redwood Materials.
• Serve as the main point of contact for suppliers and internal teams during the development of new packaging.
• Address and resolve packaging-related challenges by collaborating with production facilities and suppliers.
• Generate ideas for cost savings, quality improvements, and better sourcing through research into materials and technologies.
• Keep current with innovations in materials and provide training for the Logistics Department.
• Assist in researching environmental compliance related to packaging components.
• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and changes in regulations.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Packaging Engineering is preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in packaging design within a technology or manufacturing setting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of packaging materials, battery technologies, and testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with regulations regarding hazardous materials and transport compliance is preferred.
• Proven experience in project management and working collaboratively across various functions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Nice to have

• A commitment to sustainability and a desire to contribute positively to the environment.

Skills & tools

• Proficiency in packaging design software and tools.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance standards.
• Familiarity with testing and certification processes for packaging.

Practical notes

• Compensation will be based on experience.
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