Packaging Engineer - Caledonia Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Caledonia (MI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is partnering with West Michigan manufacturers in Caledonia, MI to connect qualified Packaging Engineers with current or upcoming opportunities. This role focuses on designing, testing, and optimizing packaging systems to meet product, marketing, and manufacturing needs.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s in packaging or related engineering, 3+ years in packaging development in high-volume settings, and hands-on CAD experience (SolidWorks/AutoCAD).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in packaging development, engineering, or manufacturing within a high-volume production environment.
• Knowledge of packaging materials (plastics, paperboard, corrugated, flexibles) and their properties, processing, and testing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test packaging for new and existing products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure packaging meets product, marketing, and manufacturing requirements.
• Optimize packaging processes for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability.
• Conduct material testing and analysis to ensure packaging integrity and compliance with regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve packaging-related issues during production.
• Develop and maintain packaging specifications, standards, and documentation.
• Evaluate and implement new packaging technologies and materials.

Skills

Packaging engineering

Mechanical engineering

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Packaging Engineer | Caledonia, MI

Salary Range

$73,000 - $112,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling in packaging engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Caledonia seeking experienced Packaging Engineers to drive results.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Caledonia seeking Packaging Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test packaging for new and existing products.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure packaging meets product, marketing, and manufacturing requirements.


• Optimize packaging processes for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability.


• Conduct material testing and analysis to ensure packaging integrity and compliance with regulations.


• Troubleshoot and resolve packaging-related issues during production.


• Develop and maintain packaging specifications, standards, and documentation.


• Evaluate and implement new packaging technologies and materials.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.


• 3+ years of experience in packaging development, engineering, or manufacturing within a high-volume production environment.


• Demonstrated experience with various packaging materials (e.g., plastics, paperboard, corrugated, flexibles) and their properties, processing, and testing.


• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for packaging design and specification creation.


• Strong understanding of packaging machinery, automation, and manufacturing processes.


• Knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations (e.g., FDA, ISTA), and quality control principles for packaging.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with SolidWorks or other CAD software for packaging design.


• Knowledge of sustainable packaging materials and practices.


• Familiarity with Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing principles.


• Experience with ISTA testing procedures and packaging validation.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Packaging Engineer, Packaging Development Engineer, Packaging Specialist, Packaging Technologist, Packaging R&D Engineer, Senior Packaging Engineer, Principal Packaging Engineer, Packaging Design Engineer, Materials and Packaging Engineer, Supply Chain Packaging Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.