Packaging Engineer: Design & Optimize Solutions

the-pivot-group-careers; Georgetown Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Jenison, MI is seeking a Packaging Engineer to design, develop, and test packaging solutions for new and existing products. You will collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and marketing to define packaging requirements and ensure cost-effective, sustainable designs.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor's in a related field and 3+ years in packaging within manufacturing, plus experience with CAD tools and packaging materials testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in packaging development or engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for package design and analysis.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various packaging materials, testing methodologies, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with packaging machinery and automation.
• Strong understanding of supply chain logistics and cost optimization related to packaging.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test packaging solutions for new and existing products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and marketing, to define packaging requirements and specifications.
• Optimize packaging designs for cost-effectiveness, sustainability, and manufacturability.
• Conduct packaging material selection, testing, and validation to ensure product protection and compliance.
• Develop and maintain packaging specifications, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot packaging related issues on the production line and implement corrective actions.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and advancements in packaging technologies.

Skills

Packaging design

Cross-functional collaboration

CAD proficiency

Packaging materials knowledge

Packaging machinery & automation

Supply chain cost optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Eng / Mechanical / Chemical or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Jenison, MI is seeking a Packaging Engineer to design, develop, and test packaging solutions for new and existing products. You will collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and marketing to define packaging requirements and ensure cost-effective, sustainable designs.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor's in a related field and 3+ years in packaging within manufacturing, plus experience with CAD tools and packaging materials testing.