Senior Packaging Engineer (UCOM)

Equity Packaging Inc. - North America; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Senior Packaging Engineer to lead packaging development projects in Trumbull, CT. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate packaging instructions and Bill of Materials while managing multiple projects in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in injection molding, extrusion blow molding, and thermoforming, along with a strong educational background in packaging or a related field. Join a forward-thinking organization where your expertise will contribute to impactful packaging solutions and drive efficiency in production processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in packaging engineering with a focus on molding processes.
• Advanced knowledge of injection molding and thermoforming is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support packaging development and ensure accuracy in BOM and packaging instructions.
• Prepare project cost estimates and collaborate with suppliers on improvements.

Skills

Injection Molding

Extrusion Blow Molding

Thermoforming

Project Management

Technical Support

Education

AS/BS/MS in Packaging or related science

Job description

Equity Packaging Inc. - North America is looking for a Senior Packaging Engineer (UCOM) in Trumbull, CT.
This local job opportunity with ID 3063967383 is live since 2025-02-05 17:25:20.

Job Title: Senior Packaging Engineer (UCOM)

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Support the development of packaging and ensure Bill of Materials & packaging instructions are accurate and correct, and implement Engineering Changes.
2. Prepare project cost estimates, budgets, and Returns On Investments (ROIs).
3. Partner with Launch Managers, Facility Tooling, and Equipment Suppliers to develop and build assembly fixtures, assembly aids, or other molding tools.
4. Interface with suppliers as needed on processes, productivity, and product improvements.
5. Run Line Trials.
6. Represent packaging in cross-functional team meetings.
7. Provide technical support to production lines.
8. Develop and update preventative maintenance of molds and machines while working in conjunction with mold and machine suppliers.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Candidates must have an AS/BS/MS in Packaging or related science field and 5 plus years of experience in either or all of Injection Molding, Extrusion Blow Molding, and Thermoforming.
2. Advanced technical knowledge of injection molding, extrusion, and thermoforming is highly desired.
3. The engineer must be able to support and/or manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.