Packaging Specialist

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About the position

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop packaging for new and existing products, including primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging.
  • Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, and Operations teams to understand product requirements and translate them into effective packaging designs.
  • Conduct packaging tests (e.g., ISTA, drop, compression, shelf-life) to ensure performance under various conditions.
  • Evaluate and select materials and vendors, ensuring compliance with regulations, sustainability goals, and cost targets.
  • Ensure packaging designs support food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance (e.g., FDA, FSMA, USDA).
  • Lead packaging development projects from concept through production launch.
  • Document all packaging specifications and contribute to technical dossiers for quality and regulatory audits.
  • Generate technical drawings, specifications, and documentation for packaging components.
  • Analyze packaging-related issues in production or the supply chain and recommend improvements.
  • Stay up to date with packaging trends, technologies, and regulations (e.g., FDA, ISO, sustainability guidelines).
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce packaging waste, costs, and environmental impact.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in packaging design and development

Nice-to-haves

  • Knowledge of packaging materials (plastics, paperboard, corrugate, foams, etc.) and manufacturing processes.
  • Proficiency in design and packaging simulation tools.
  • Familiarity with ISTA testing protocols and regulatory compliance.
  • Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Experience working in food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods is a plus
  • Understanding of sustainability and recyclable/compostable packaging design.
  • Knowledge of automation and packaging equipment.
  • Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement certification is a plus.
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