Packaging Engineer: Innovate & Optimize Manufacturing

the-pivot-group-careers; Michigan; On-site; USD 71,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Otsego, MI is seeking a Packaging Engineer to join a network-focused recruiter role for manufacturers in West Michigan. The position emphasizes designing packaging solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with ISTA/ASTM standards.

Ideal candidates have a 4-year degree in packaging or related fields and 3+ years of packaging development experience within manufacturing, including CAD proficiency and material knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in packaging engineering or a related technical field.
• 3+ years in packaging development or engineering within manufacturing.
• Knowledge of packaging materials (plastics, paperboard, glass, metals).
• CAD proficiency for packaging design and analysis.
• Experience with packaging test methods and ISTA/ASTM standards.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and impact on packaging design.

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops packaging solutions for new and existing products.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure packaging meets product, marketing, and operational requirements.
• Conducts testing and analysis of packaging materials and designs to ensure performance, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Optimizes packaging processes and materials to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance sustainability.
• Troubleshoots and resolves packaging-related issues on the production line.
• Develops and maintains packaging specifications, standards, and documentation.
• Stays current with industry trends and advancements in packaging technologies and materials.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Otsego, MI is seeking a Packaging Engineer to join a network-focused recruiter role for manufacturers in West Michigan. The position emphasizes designing packaging solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with ISTA/ASTM standards.

Ideal candidates have a 4-year degree in packaging or related fields and 3+ years of packaging development experience within manufacturing, including CAD proficiency and material knowledge.