Packaging Engineer
Job Summary:
The Packaging Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing packaging solutions for our food and beverage products. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure packaging meets quality, safety, and regulatory standards while optimizing cost and sustainability. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in packaging engineering, materials science, and project management.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and Development:
- Develop innovative packaging solutions that enhance product protection, shelf life, and consumer appeal.
- Create detailed packaging specifications, drawings, and prototypes.
- Conduct material selection and testing to ensure packaging integrity and compliance with industry standards.
Project Management:
- Lead packaging projects from concept to commercialization, ensuring timely and successful execution.
- Collaborate with R&D, marketing, production, and supply chain teams to align packaging solutions with product requirements and business objectives.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
Quality and Compliance:
- Ensure packaging designs comply with food safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
- Conduct packaging performance testing, including drop tests, compression tests, and environmental simulations.
- Address and resolve packaging-related issues in production and supply chain processes.
Sustainability:
- Identify and implement sustainable packaging solutions to reduce environmental impact.
- Evaluate and recommend eco-friendly materials and processes.
- Support company sustainability initiatives and goals.
Continuous Improvement:
- Stay updated on industry trends, new materials, and technologies in packaging.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance packaging efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
- Provide technical support and training to production and quality teams.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Advanced degree preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in packaging engineering, preferably in the food and beverage industry.
- Proven track record of successful packaging design and project management.
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of packaging materials, design principles, and manufacturing processes.
- Proficiency in CAD software and packaging design tools.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
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