Packaging Engineer - Innovation & Cost Optimization

LaSalle Network; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid leave

FMLA

Job summary

LaSalle Network is seeking a Packaging Engineer for a growing R&D Innovation team in Evanston, IL. You will lead packaging development projects from concept through validation and commercial implementation, collaborating with R&D, Marketing, Procurement, Supply Chain and Operations to deliver innovative, cost-effective packaging solutions.

The role emphasizes solo project leadership in a globally distributed organization, applies stage-gate processes, and supports new products through pilot

Qualifications

• Packaging engineering expertise and technical project management in packaging
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and problem solving
• Experience with data analysis and manufacturing processes

Responsibilities

• Lead packaging development projects from concept through validation and commercial implementation
• Drive CI, value engineering, and cost optimization for packaging
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to meet requirements
• Develop and validate packaging specifications for volume production
• Support introduction and commercialization of new packaging products

Job description

LaSalle Network is seeking a Packaging Engineer for a growing R&D Innovation team in Evanston, IL. You will lead packaging development projects from concept through validation and commercial implementation, collaborating with R&D, Marketing, Procurement, Supply Chain and Operations to deliver innovative, cost-effective packaging solutions.

The role emphasizes solo project leadership in a globally distributed organization, applies stage-gate processes, and supports new products through pilot