Packaging Engineer

Otis SE; South Carolina; On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

3 weeks paid vacation

Job summary

Otis is seeking a Packaging Engineer in Florence, SC to design and implement packaging solutions that protect elevator components and optimize transport.

You will collaborate across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and suppliers; lead improvement projects; support NPI and sustainability initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a packaging or engineering degree and 3+ years of related experience; CPP or Lean Six Sigma is a plus; authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 3 years of relevant engineering experience, including packaging, manufacturing, logistics, or a closely related discipline.
• Preferred Qualifications 5+ years of experience supporting industrial packaging, manufacturing or distribution operations, with exposure to packaging design, transportation damage reduction, validation, and testing.
• Professional certifications or training such as CPP, Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, Project Management certification, or ISTA packaging training are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, validate, and implement packaging to protect products during storage, handling, and transport.
• Lead packaging improvement projects to reduce damage, improve pack density, and cut costs.
• Support NPI by developing packaging specs, validation plans, and transportation testing.
• Perform root-cause investigations using 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone methods.
• Develop and maintain packaging standards, drawings, BOMs, and labeling.
• Collaborate with suppliers and logistics to standardize packaging and ensure compliance.
• Identify and drive sustainability initiatives like recyclable materials and waste reduction.
• Support capital planning, automation, and packaging equipment initiatives.

Skills

Packaging

Manufacturing

Logistics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering

Tools

ISTA packaging training

Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

Project Management certification

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-01 Country: United States of America Location: OT541: TFP - Florence, SC 1500 Otis Way, Florence, SC, 29501 USA

Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity? Otis is looking for a Packaging Engineer who is passionate about creating smarter, safer, and more sustainable packaging solutions. In this role, you’ll develop and improve packaging systems that protect our products, enhance transportation efficiency, support safe operations, reduce environmental impact, and optimize costs across the supply chain. The Packaging Engineer partners closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, Sourcing, Logistics, Suppliers, and Product Engineering teams to develop robust packaging solutions that prevent damage, improve material flow, reduce waste, and support field installation efficiency.

On a typical day you will:

• Design, develop, validate, and implement packaging solutions for components, assemblies, controllers, and elevator systems to ensure product protection during storage, handling, and transportation.
• Lead packaging improvement projects focused on reducing damage, improving pack density, minimizing waste, and lowering total packaging cost.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by developing packaging specifications, packaging validation plans, and transportation testing requirements.
• Perform packaging root-cause investigations related to transit damage, field incidents, quality escapes, and customer complaints utilizing 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone methodologies.
• Develop and maintain packaging standards, work instructions, packaging drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and labeling requirements.
• Collaborate with suppliers and logistics providers to implement standardized packaging solutions and ensure compliance with Otis packaging requirements.
• Identify and execute sustainability initiatives including recyclable materials, packaging reduction, reusable packaging systems, and waste elimination projects.
• Support capital planning, automation, and packaging equipment implementation initiatives.

What you will need to be successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 3 years of relevant engineering experience, including packaging, manufacturing, logistics, or a closely related discipline.
• Preferred Qualifications 5+ years of experience supporting industrial packaging, manufacturing or distribution operations, with exposure to packaging design, transportation damage reduction, validation, and testing.
• Professional certifications or training such as CPP, Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, Project Management certification, or ISTA packaging training are preferred.

Additional Comments:

Given the nature of the position, applicants must have authorization to work in the U.S. now and in the future without sponsorship.

What we offer:

• We offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and an automatic retirement contribution for your future financial security from day one of your employment, you and your eligible dependents will receive comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Enjoy three weeks of paid vacation, along with paid company holidays.
• We provide paid sick leave, employee assistance, and wellness incentive programs to support your well-being.
• Life insurance and disability coverage to protect you and your family.
• Voluntary benefits, including options for legal, pet, home, and auto insurance.
• We offer generous birth/adoption and parental leave benefits, as well as adoption assistance, to support growing families.
• Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement program.
• Recognize and be recognized! We celebrate service anniversaries and offer spot performance bonus opportunities to show our appreciation.
• If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.

Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law.

To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].

We go to great lengths to hire and develop the best people, and offer a supportive environment where employees are motivated and empowered to perform at their full potential. Today, we continue pushing the boundaries of what's possible to thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world.