Packaging Engineer III

TechDigital Group; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Packaging Engineer to innovate and enhance packaging solutions for new products. This role offers the chance to work hands-on with packaging materials and technologies while collaborating with various departments including Development and Quality. You will be responsible for writing detailed testing protocols, conducting environmental tests, and ensuring that all packaging meets rigorous standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a background in FDA regulated environments. If you are passionate about packaging and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in FDA regulated field.
• Experience with hands-on Distribution Testing per ASTM and/or ISTA.

Responsibilities

• Provide packaging support for internal and external customers globally.
• Write technical test protocols, reports, and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Technical Writing

Project Management

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking Abilities

Education

Bachelor in Packaging

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

Job Description:

Packaging Engineer

The Packaging Engineer will be responsible for working with current package designs and exploring packaging and labeling technologies supporting a new development project. The engineer must have a solid foundation of packaging materials, fabrication processes, molding processes, ISTA and ASTM packaging test methods. The engineer will be interfacing with Development, Quality, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and suppliers.

The engineer will assist with coordinating the release of new and enhancements to existing product packaging; participates in design reviews, inspection processes; and participates in the resolution of packaging issues. The engineer will also be responsible for writing detailed package testing protocols, hands-on with product pack-out for testing and cycling through different test sequences (environmental and distribution testing), and will be responsible for writing the final package test reports. Training will be provided on the test sequences and writing/documentation process for the protocols and reports. Attention to detail to the test method and documentation is critical.

Preferred candidate will have the following knowledge/experience:

1. Fluent in English with great oral and written communication skills.
2. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
3. Responsible for tracking to project schedules.
4. Under minimum supervision, may initiate or implement minor to moderate package design changes; test and verify changes; and release change in compliance with company standards.
5. Adheres to technical standards and follows local and global packaging testing standards based on ASTM and ISTA test methods.
6. Hands-on working with product in the lab moving through the test sequences. Capable of handling up to 50 pounds.
7. Task management skills and multi-tasking abilities / ability to follow directions.
8. Very organized and detail-oriented.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

1. Provide packaging support for internal and external customers, globally.
2. Participate in analysis and resolution of packaging issues using Problem Solving methodology.
3. Write technical test protocols, reports, engineering drawings, and ensure manufacturing/packaging documents are created, updated and in compliance with company standards.
4. Support release of new and enhancements to existing product packaging.
5. Define packaging materials, with a focus on waste reduction.

The essential requirements of the job include:

1. Education: Minimum of Bachelors in Packaging, or Packaging related field.
2. Experience: Minimum of 3 years' experience in related FDA regulated field.
3. Sufficient experience in technical writing; ISO and GMP as required.
4. Experience with hands-on Distribution Testing per ASTM and/or ISTA.
5. Experience with cushion curve analysis.
6. Experience with labeling equipment, materials, and barcode verification.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

1. CAD Software experience, or similar.
2. Cold Chain/Thermodynamics experience or knowledge.
3. Hands-On Distribution Testing.