Packaging Engineer – DeWitt Area

The Pivot Group Careers; DeWitt (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan is building a network of Packaging Engineers for DeWitt-area manufacturers. This posting highlights opportunities to join our network and access packaging engineering roles across Clinton County and surrounding regions.

Roles include material evaluation, writing specifications, testing packaging, and coordinating with suppliers; work on product launches and line trials is common. Work authorization in the U.S. without sponsorship is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in packaging, mechanical, or industrial engineering.
• Experience with packaging materials such as corrugate, film, and foam.
• Ability to read and create technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with production line trials.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate materials for cost, durability, and shipping performance.
• Create packaging specifications and drawings for suppliers.
• Investigate damage complaints and identify root causes.
• Coordinate with suppliers on samples, timelines, and changes.
• Support line trials during product launches and scale-ups.
• Maintain packaging documentation and update specs as needed.
• Design and test packaging for new and existing products.
• Run packaging trials on production lines and document results.

Skills

Technical drawings

Specifications writing

Production line trials

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in packaging, mechanical, or industrial engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description:

Packaging Engineer | DeWitt, MI

Salary Range: $75,000 – $114,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling as a packaging engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in the DeWitt area seeking skilled Packaging Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers Packaging Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around DeWitt in Clinton County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the DeWitt region seeking Packaging Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates – not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Usual Responsibilities

• Evaluate materials for cost, durability, and shipping performance.


• Create packaging specifications and drawings for suppliers.


• Investigate damage complaints and identify root causes.


• Coordinate with suppliers on samples, timelines, and changes.


• Support line trials during product launches and scale-ups.


• Maintain packaging documentation and update specs as needed.


• Design and test packaging for new and existing products.


• Run packaging trials on production lines and document results.

Recommended Qualifications

• Ability to read and create technical drawings and specifications.


• Hands‑on experience with production line trials.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Working knowledge of shipping and distribution testing standards.


• Bachelor’s degree in packaging, mechanical, or industrial engineering.


• Experience with packaging materials such as corrugate, film, and foam.

Bonus Qualifications

• Familiarity with sustainable or recyclable material options.


• Knowledge of pallet design and load optimization.


• Experience in food, beverage, or consumer goods manufacturing.


• Certification or training in packaging or logistics.


• Experience with automated packaging equipment.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Packaging Specialist, Packaging Technologist, Product Packaging Engineer, Materials and Packaging Engineer, Packaging Project Engineer, Packaging Systems Engineer, Packaging Development Engineer, Packaging Design Engineer

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Required Skills:

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Salary Package:

$ 75,000.00 – 114,000.00 (US Dollar)