Packaging Engineer | Lean, Sustainable Packaging Design

Kewaunee International Group; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kewaunee Scientific Corporation is seeking an engineering professional to provide packaging support across product lines. You will design, test, and implement packaging solutions that protect products in transit while reducing costs and environmental impact.

Responsibilities include material evaluation, supplier coordination, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Strong data analysis skills and experience with Lean manufacturing practices are essential for continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering with 5+ years in a factory setting supporting manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement in packaging/shipping operations.
• Experience with data analysis techniques (PFMEA, 5 Whys, 8D) and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop packaging solutions considering product safety, shipping, and environmental impact.
• Test and analyze packaging materials and designs for durability, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Source cost-effective, sustainable packaging materials and document specifications.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards.
• Identify and implement new packaging technologies to improve efficiency and sustainability.
• Manage packaging projects, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting; solve packaging problems.

Skills

Packaging engineering

Data analysis

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kewaunee Scientific Corporation is seeking an engineering professional to provide packaging support across product lines. You will design, test, and implement packaging solutions that protect products in transit while reducing costs and environmental impact.

Responsibilities include material evaluation, supplier coordination, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Strong data analysis skills and experience with Lean manufacturing practices are essential for continuous improvements.