Senior Packaging Engineer (Greater Savannah, GA Area) - Savannah, GA

VetJobs; Savannah (GA); Vor Ort; USD 110.000 - 170.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

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

Zusammenfassung

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.

Qualifikationen

• 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.

Aufgaben

• 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.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

Operational excellence

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Packaging Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Robotics

Automation integration

Jobbeschreibung

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Opportunity Summary

Join LCE as a Senior Packaging Engineer in the greater Savannah, GA leading a packaging operations at a world-class manufacturing facility. Here you will apply your hands-on engineering and strategic leadership experience troubleshooting the toughest packaging challenges, identify root causes, design innovative solutions, and implement cutting-edge automation that drives measurable efficiency gains.

What You’ll Do

Champion a ‘find it and fix it permanently’ culture. Act as a proven manufacturing and packaging leader with a record of achieving breakthrough results in a high-performance operation. Combine your technical depth with strategic leadership while excelling equally on the production floor.

Primary 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.

Auto req ID

484701BR

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Bachelors 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.
• Demonstrated 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.

Physical Expectations

• Regular physical activity to include walking, climbing stairs, and standing; frequent periods of prolonged sitting may be required.
• Ability to speak, read, hear, and write, with or without assistance.
• Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax and other office equipment.
• Ability to freely access all areas of the plant.
• Ability to move or handle various items throughout the plant generally weighing between 0-50 pounds—ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work varied hours and days as necessary to oversee operations.

This position description represents a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined position. Other responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should be addressed to the hiring authority or to Human Resources.

Benefit Offerings

• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) & company matched 401(k)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free life and disability insurance with supplemental coverage options
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Plan, & Lifestyle Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave
• Flexible schedules, casual work environment, and relaxed dress code
• Continuing education and professional development programs at all levels
• Free access to online training library including certification preparation
• Bonus program, employee referral program, monetary recognition opportunities, and more…

City*
Savannah

State*
Georgia

Job_Category
Engineering

Job Code
_Maintenance _Maintenance

Affiliate Sponsor
Life Cycle Engineering