Packaging Engineer – Wayland Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Wayland Township (MI); On-site; USD 71,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is building its network of Packaging Engineers in the Wayland, MI area. We work with manufacturers seeking experienced packaging engineers and offer access to roles worth considering.

Positions cover packaging design, line trials, documentation, and supplier coordination. The posted range is $71,000 to $110,000 depending on experience, with opportunities across Allegan County communities such as Dorr and Hopkins.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of shipping and distribution testing standards.
• Bachelor’s degree in packaging, mechanical, or industrial engineering.
• Experience with packaging materials such as corrugate, film, and foam.
• Ability to read and create technical drawings and specifications.
• Hands-on experience with production line trials.

Responsibilities

• Support line trials during product launches and scale-ups.
• Maintain packaging documentation and update specs as needed.
• Design and test packaging for new and existing products.
• Run packaging trials on production lines and document results.
• Evaluate materials for cost, durability, and shipping performance.
• Create packaging specifications and drawings for suppliers.
• Investigate damage complaints and identify root causes.
• Coordinate with suppliers on samples, timelines, and changes.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Production line trials

Read and create drawings

Packaging materials experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in packaging, mechanical, or industrial engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description:

Packaging Engineer | Wayland, MI

Salary Range: $71,000 – $110,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling as a packaging engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Wayland area seeking experienced Packaging Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Packaging Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Wayland in Allegan County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Dorr and Hopkins.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Wayland region seeking Packaging Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates – not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Usual Responsibilities

• Support line trials during product launches and scale-ups.


• Maintain packaging documentation and update specs as needed.


• Design and test packaging for new and existing products.


• Run packaging trials on production lines and document results.


• Evaluate materials for cost, durability, and shipping performance.


• Create packaging specifications and drawings for suppliers.


• Investigate damage complaints and identify root causes.


• Coordinate with suppliers on samples, timelines, and changes.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Working knowledge of shipping and distribution testing standards.


• Bachelor’s degree in packaging, mechanical, or industrial engineering.


• Experience with packaging materials such as corrugate, film, and foam.


• Ability to read and create technical drawings and specifications.


• Hands-on experience with production line trials.

Bonus Qualifications

• Knowledge of pallet design and load optimization.


• Experience in food, beverage, or consumer goods manufacturing.


• Certification or training in packaging or logistics.


• Experience with automated packaging equipment.


• Familiarity with sustainable or recyclable material options.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Packaging Project Engineer, Packaging Systems Engineer, Packaging Development Engineer, Packaging Design Engineer, Packaging Specialist, Packaging Technologist, Product Packaging Engineer, Materials and Packaging Engineer

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Robotics Chemical Engineering Supply Chain Support Performance Testing Lean Manufacturing Development Six Sigma Operations Sustainability Analysis Logistics Salary Hiring Partnerships SolidWorks Recruiting Compensation Supply Mechanical Engineering R Manufacturing Automation Integration AutoCAD Regulations Materials Preparation Software Testing Design Engineering Marketing Project Management Management

Salary Package:

$ 71,000.00 – 110,000.00 (US Dollar)