Packaging Lab Technician — Hands-On Testing & Launch Support

Adecco US, Inc.; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Voluntary benefits

EAP program

Commuter benefits

401K plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Adecco US, Inc. in Trumbull, CT is seeking a Packaging Lab Technician to support packaging testing, new product launches, and package qualification projects.

You will work with Packaging Engineers, testing teams, suppliers, and cross-functional colleagues to coordinate materials, perform tests, collect data, and prepare technical reports. The ideal candidate has packaging or laboratory experience in a manufacturing setting, is comfortable working independently in an active lab, and can manage

Qualifications

• Packaging experience is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of laboratory technician or packaging experience in a manufacturing environment, OR a bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Packaging Science with 0–3 years of experience.
• Experience with package testing, packaging materials, or manufacturing laboratory environments is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and lead testing of packaging components and materials.
• Coordinate packaging materials, testing activities, test reports, and related administrative tasks.
• Support Packaging Engineers with new product launches and package qualification projects.
• Assist with the design and development of packaging components.
• Create and maintain package testing plans.
• Collect data for sustainability metrics and product benchmarking studies.
• Research packaging currently available in the market and evaluate new packaging examples.
• Set up, operate, and maintain packaging test equipment.
• Coordinate and perform e-commerce shipping tests using ISTA standardized testing procedures.
• Perform package compatibility testing, including filling products into bottles and other packaging, placing samples in designated storage environments, and conducting scheduled evaluations.
• Support qualification testing of new packaging components, including bottles, closures, and pumps.
• Manage the collection, setup, testing, and disposal of packaging materials.
• Fill, cap, label, and evaluate bottles and other packaging components.
• Record test results and prepare clear, concise technical reports.
• Assist with setup and minor repairs of laboratory equipment.
• Manage multiple testing activities and priorities while meeting project timelines.
• Work independently and collaboratively with engineers and laboratory staff.

Skills

Packaging experience

Laboratory experience

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Science

Tools

CAPE

Artios

CAD

Job description

Adecco US, Inc. in Trumbull, CT is seeking a Packaging Lab Technician to support packaging testing, new product launches, and package qualification projects.

You will work with Packaging Engineers, testing teams, suppliers, and cross-functional colleagues to coordinate materials, perform tests, collect data, and prepare technical reports. The ideal candidate has packaging or laboratory experience in a manufacturing setting, is comfortable working independently in an active lab, and can manage