Packaging Engineer II

Real Staffing Group; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Life and disability insurance

Paid leave

Job summary

Real Staffing Group is seeking a Packaging Engineer II for an onsite role in Lafayette, CO. You will develop, validate, and implement packaging systems for medical device manufacturing, supporting new product launches and cost-saving initiatives.

The position requires a BS in Packaging Science or related field, 4+ years packaging experience, and strong knowledge of ISO 11607, ASTM standards, and design controls. Travel up to 30% and 100% onsite work are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of packaging engineering experience (or 2+ years with advanced degree).
• Knowledge of packaging validation, sterilization processes, ISO 11607, design controls, CAPA, root cause analysis, Lean, Six Sigma, and project management.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and implement packaging systems and processes.
• Prepare packaging validation protocols and reports per ISO 11607 and ASTM standards.
• Perform packaging testing and material qualifications for changes.
• Create and maintain packaging specifications and support artwork updates.
• Support packaging equipment selection and qualification activities.
• Design pallet configurations and packaging solutions for manufacturing operations.
• Provide technical support, training, and guidance to manufacturing teams.
• Track project timelines and provide progress updates.

Skills

Packaging validation

ISO 11607

ASTM standards

Packaging systems

Packaging machinery

Packaging specifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Science or related field

Job description

We are seeking a Packaging Engineer II to support medical device manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for developing and implementing packaging solutions, supporting new product launches, packaging improvements, cost-reduction initiatives, and maintaining packaging documentation across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, validate, and implement packaging systems and processes.
• Prepare packaging validation protocols and reports in compliance with ISO 11607 and ASTM standards.
• Perform packaging testing and material qualifications for packaging changes.
• Create and maintain packaging specifications and support artwork updates.
• Support packaging equipment selection and qualification activities.
• Design pallet configurations and packaging solutions for manufacturing operations.
• Provide technical support, training, and guidance to manufacturing teams.
• Track project timelines, prepare progress updates, and support cross-functional initiatives.
• Mentor junior engineers and support laboratory activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of relevant packaging engineering experience (or advanced degree with 2+ years of experience).
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, packaging validation, sterilization processes, ISO 11607, design controls, CAPA, root cause analysis, Lean, Six Sigma, and project management.
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.

Additional Requirements:

• 100% onsite position in Lafayette, CO.
• Up to 30% travel between facilities.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Must-Have Skills:

• Packaging validation
• ISO 11607
• ASTM standards
• Packaging systems
• Packaging machinery
• Packaging specifications

Preferred Skills:

• Packaging materials and sterilization processes
• Design controls
• Root cause analysis and CAPA
• Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Project management
• Supply chain knowledge
• Strong organizational skills

EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for benefits such as health insurance, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.