Packaging Test Engineer: Lab & Transportation Analytics

Flint Hills Resources; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific is hiring a Packaging Test Engineer to join the Innovation Institute in Norcross, GA. You will plan, execute, analyze, and communicate packaging tests that reduce supply chain cost and drive sustainability improvements.

You’ll turn test data into clear conclusions and actionable recommendations that help customers and internal teams optimize packaging performance against real-world hazards. The role emphasizes data analysis, reporting, and continuous method improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Packaging Science, Materials Science, or related discipline; OR an Associate degree plus 4+ years lab testing experience.
• Experience in a laboratory following SOPs, safety and housekeeping expectations.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and draw sound conclusions.
• Experience preparing technical reports for stakeholders.
• Ability to become certified for forklift operations and operate material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Translate customer needs into technically sound test plans for packaging performance and risk.
• Execute reliable laboratory and transportation tests and troubleshoot for confidence in results.
• Analyze data using statistical methods and engineering judgment to surface trends and root causes.
• Communicate methods, findings, and tradeoffs in concise technical reports and summaries.
• Drive continuous improvement in test methods, lab processes, and throughput.

Skills

Lab testing

Data analysis

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering

Associate degree + 4+ years lab testing

Tools

ISTA protocols

JMP/Minitab/Power BI

Job description

Georgia-Pacific is hiring a Packaging Test Engineer to join the Innovation Institute in Norcross, GA. You will plan, execute, analyze, and communicate packaging tests that reduce supply chain cost and drive sustainability improvements.

You’ll turn test data into clear conclusions and actionable recommendations that help customers and internal teams optimize packaging performance against real-world hazards. The role emphasizes data analysis, reporting, and continuous method improvements.