Packaging Engineer – Global Development & Die-lines

Ergodyne; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSA Employer Contributions

Employer-paid Life & LTD Insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible Paid time off

9 paid company holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Ergodyne is seeking a Packaging Developer reporting to the Vice President of Product to lead packaging development from concept through production readiness, aligning with the company’s phase-gate process. The role involves designing die-lines, coordinating samples, and collaborating with Compliance and Marketing Creative to meet performance, cost and manufacturability targets.

You will travel domestically and internationally, work in-office Monday-Thursday with Fridays remote, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related technical discipline
• 3-5+ years’ packaging development experience
• Familiarity with relevant packaging manufacturing methods, materials, and standards
• Familiarity with phase gate product development processes and timeline management
• Proficiency using common design software (ArtiosCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, etc)

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned packaging development projects from concept through production readiness in alignment with requirements as outlined in the Product Scope Document
• Design structural packaging solutions, create dielines and specifications, collaborate on content and graphic layout, review digital proofs and physical samples for accuracy and consistency across the product line
• Coordinate packaging prototype and development samples, facilitate sample reviews, document findings, and communicate revisions to suppliers
• Partner with Product Management, Marketing Creative, Sourcing, and Compliance to resolve development challenges and align packaging with approved requirements
• Collaborate with domestic and international suppliers to resolve technical issues, optimize manufacturability, and ensure packaging is ready for production on time
• Maintain accurate packaging development documentation including specifications, sample evaluations, revisions, and approvals
• Improve existing packaging through enhancements in manufacturability, performance, quality, materials, cost, and production processes
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining schedules, tracking milestones and deliverables, and addressing risks within the company’s phase-gate development process
• Lead packaging development discussions with suppliers to clarify requirements, coordinate activities, and drive project execution
• Build and maintain technical expertise in assigned product categories, manufacturing processes, materials, supplier capabilities, and applicable industry standards
• Attend trade shows and industry events to identify opportunities for packaging innovations, develop supplier relationships, and strengthen technical knowledge
• Travel domestically and internationally to evaluate manufacturing capabilities, support supplier development, validate production readiness, and advance development projects

Skills

Detail oriented

Clear direction

Multitasking

Effective communication

Problem solving

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or related

Tools

ArtiosCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Ergodyne is seeking a Packaging Developer reporting to the Vice President of Product to lead packaging development from concept through production readiness, aligning with the company’s phase-gate process. The role involves designing die-lines, coordinating samples, and collaborating with Compliance and Marketing Creative to meet performance, cost and manufacturability targets.

You will travel domestically and internationally, work in-office Monday-Thursday with Fridays remote, and contribute to