Senior Packaging Engineer – Automation & Ops Leader

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Savannah (GA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

21 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Company funded ESOP & 401(k)

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Life and disability insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA), FSA, LSA

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid vacation, holidays, and sickLeave

Flexible schedules, casual work env.

Continuing education and professional

Free access to online training library

Bonus program, employee referral

Job summary

Life Cycle Engineering in Savannah, GA seeks a Senior Packaging Engineer to lead packaging operations at a world-class facility. You will troubleshoot, design, and implement advanced automation, driving throughput and reliability on the production floor.

You will mentor a packaging team, collaborate with global suppliers, and align with safety and regulatory standards while shaping long-term strategic initiatives. This role emphasizes operational excellence and sustainability.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Packaging Engineering. Manufacturing or comparable degrees may be considered.
15+ years in manufacturing with 10 years minimum in leadership or senior engineering capacity.
Hands-on expertise in packaging equipment (form/fill/seal, bagging, labeling, palletizing, etc.).
Understanding of motion control, PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), robotics, and automation integration.
Exceptional technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Strategic thinker with a proven ability to deliver both short-term results and long-term transformation.
Strong analytical capabilities; comfortable interpreting production data, performance KPIs, and technical schematics.
Outstanding communicator and cross-functional collaborator.
Results-driven, innovative, and passionate about operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction and leadership to all aspects of packaging operations.
Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control-related packaging equipment issues.
Oversee packaging line optimization to maximize throughput, reduce downtime, and ensure equipment reliability.
Evaluate, design, and implement next-generation automation solutions — robotics, vision systems, servo-driven controls, and intelligent monitoring.
Analyze OEE and line performance data to identify bottlenecks and drive measurable productivity improvements.
Partner with global equipment suppliers and integrators to benchmark and implement world-class technologies.
Establish and maintain quality control systems to ensure high-quality packaging.
Ensure packaging lines meet or exceed all regulatory and safety standards.
Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing packaging team with a culture rooted in safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Train and empower Engineers and Technicians in advanced troubleshooting and automation technologies.
Help develop and manage operating budgets, capital projects, and cost-reduction initiatives.
Collaborate with senior leadership on long-term strategic plans to elevate the company’s position as an industry leader in packaging and automation.
Lead sustainability initiatives that reduce waste, energy use, and environmental impact.
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, industry standards, and safety protocols.
Anticipate and mitigate operational risks through proactive maintenance, redundancy planning, and system design improvements.