Packaging Technologist

Argenta; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Argenta in Shawnee, KS is seeking an HR Generalist to provide broad HR support across all team members at the Shawnee KS location. You will resolve employee requests, advise leaders on day-to-day people matters, and use sound judgment to navigate moderately complex situations.

The ideal candidate is a versatile, proactive HR professional who builds trust through accurate, timely support and continuously looks for ways to improve how HR serves the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (packaging science, materials science, mechanical engineering or similar)
• 5+ years of experience in packaging development and/or engineering
• Knowledge of packaging materials, technologies and applications
• Strong understanding of packaging machinery, materials functionality, and design software
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong ability to collaborate and build cross-functional partnerships

Responsibilities

• Create prototype packaging and product displays based on project briefs and brand standards.
• Run production trials and transport tests to evaluate package strength, shelf-life, and environmental stability.
• Research eco-friendly materials and methods to reduce waste and lower production costs.
• Work with internal design, manufacturing, and quality teams, as well as external suppliers.
• Ensure all packaging meets regulatory safety standards and industry guidelines.
• Support technical troubleshooting across the packaging supply chain and production environments.
• Build strong relationships with strategic packaging suppliers to stay ahead of trends and capabilities.

Skills

HR Generalist

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (packaging science, materials science, mechanical engineering or similar)

Tools

Design software

Job description

At Argenta, we’re more than a company — we’re a global team, dedicated to healthier animals. We believe that when their lives are made better, we're all the better for it.

Founded in 2006, we support companies big and small to develop and manufacture health products for pets and livestock. Our trusted, innovative solutions and services cover every stage of the process, from molecule to market.

We’re in a unique position. We are the world’s only combined contract research and contract development and manufacturing organization (CRO/CDMO) dedicated to animal health.

Our uniqueness means:

• We are ambitious, growing and building a 'one team' culture, guided by our values.
• We are team players;
• We are doers;
• We are customer-centric;
• We are innovators.

We value diversity, as a global company, we get the richness of working with different people in different places whether it be location, stages of their career, their development, their role. We believe that when everyone works together and puts their best "paw" forward we will make the lives of the animals we care for, better.

With bases in New Zealand, the US, the UK and Europe, our 900+ colleagues are driven by our partnership approach and purpose: Healthy Animals. Let’s Make It Happen, Together.

Argenta is currently looking to fill the role of HR Generalist at our Shawnee, KS location. This role provides broad HR support across all team members at our Shawnee KS location. You will resolve employee requests, advise leaders on day-to-day people matters, and use sound judgment to navigate moderately complex situations. The ideal candidate is a versatile, proactive HR professional who builds trust through accurate, timely support and continuously looks for ways to improve how HR serves the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Create prototype packaging and product displays based on project briefs and brand standards.
• Run production trials and transport tests to evaluate package strength, shelf-life, and environmental stability.
• Research eco-friendly materials and methods to reduce waste and lower production costs.
• Work with internal design, manufacturing, and quality teams, as well as external suppliers.
• Ensure all packaging meets regulatory safety standards and industry guidelines.
• Support technical troubleshooting across the packaging supply chain and production environments.
• Build strong relationships with strategic packaging suppliers to stay ahead of trends and capabilities.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (packaging science, materials science, mechanical engineering or similar).
• 5+ years of experience in packaging development and/or engineering
• Knowledge of packaging materials, technologies and applications
• Strong understanding of packaging machinery, materials functionality, and design software.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong ability to collaborate and build cross-functional partnerships

Argenta has strongly embedded company values which is key to who we are and how we deliver. We offer an opportunity to work for a successful and rapidly expanding global business where your input will be valued.At Argenta we are a hard-working group who really enjoy the people we work with each day. That is why we support our people through a strong culture, great benefits, and growth opportunities.

Argenta is an equal-opportunity employer

To find out more about Argenta, click here: www.argentaglobal.com