Packaging Engineer: Design, Test & Optimize Packaging

the-pivot-group-careers; Fremont Township (MI); On-site; USD 69,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Fremont, MI is seeking a Packaging Engineer to design, develop, and test packaging for both new and existing products. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure packaging aligns with product, manufacturing, and customer requirements.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Packaging or related field, with 3+ years of packaging engineering experience in manufacturing and CAD proficiency (SolidWorks/AutoCAD).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years experience in packaging engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for packaging design and analysis.
• Strong understanding of packaging materials, their properties, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with packaging validation, testing protocols, and quality control.
• Knowledge of ISTA and FDA packaging standards.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and tests packaging for new and existing products.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure packaging meets product, manufacturing, and customer requirements.
• Selects appropriate packaging materials and equipment, considering cost, quality, and sustainability.
• Conducts vendor evaluations and manages supplier relationships for packaging components.
• Develops and maintains packaging specifications, test methods, and quality standards.
• Troubleshoots packaging-related issues on the production line and implements corrective actions.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering

3+ years experience

Regulatory awareness (ISTA/FDA)

Material properties knowledge

Quality control experience

Packaging validation

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Fremont, MI is seeking a Packaging Engineer to design, develop, and test packaging for both new and existing products. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure packaging aligns with product, manufacturing, and customer requirements.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Packaging or related field, with 3+ years of packaging engineering experience in manufacturing and CAD proficiency (SolidWorks/AutoCAD).