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Liebherr

Packaging Engineer

Newport News, VA · On-site

The Packaging Engineer/Logistics Project Manager has a responsibility to design, develop, and ... Provides technical direction, leadership and support for the factory in lean manufacturing, tooling ...

ECS

Senior Build/Packaging Engineer

Falls Church, VA · On-site

Everforth ECS is seeking a Senior Build/Packaging Engineer to work in the National Capital Region ... factory standards and Zero Trust principles. • Strong problem-solving and decision-making ...

Hitachi

Factory Business Process Owner

South Boston, VA · Remote

Drive continuous improvement initiatives across factories and Hub functions. * Lead and support ... Create and maintain standard work packages and user guides. Your background * Bachelor's degree and ...

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How much do factory packaging jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for factory packaging in Virginia is $16.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $17.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Factory Packaging Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Factory Packaging Worker, you need attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to follow safety and quality standards, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with packaging machinery, conveyor belts, and labeling systems is typically required, and some roles may require certification in forklift or equipment operation. Reliability, teamwork, and effective communication are essential soft skills for maintaining workflow and addressing issues promptly. These skills ensure that products are packaged accurately and efficiently, meeting production targets and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

What are factory packaging jobs?

Factory packaging jobs involve preparing products for shipment or sale by packing them into boxes, containers, or other packaging materials. Workers in these roles may use machines or work manually to ensure that items are correctly packaged, labeled, and ready for distribution. These jobs require attention to detail, the ability to follow safety and quality standards, and sometimes working on assembly lines. Factory packaging is essential in manufacturing, food production, and various industries to keep products safe and organized during transport.

What are some common challenges faced in a factory packaging role, and how can they be managed?

A common challenge in factory packaging roles is maintaining speed and accuracy during repetitive tasks, especially when working with high production targets. Physical fatigue and the need to adhere to strict safety and quality standards can also be demanding. To manage these challenges, it's important to take scheduled breaks, follow ergonomic guidelines, and communicate effectively with team members and supervisors. Many companies provide training on best practices and encourage teamwork to ensure efficient workflow and a supportive environment.

What is the difference between Factory Packaging vs Factory Assembly?

AspectFactory PackagingFactory Assembly
Primary RolePreparing products for shipment by packaging and labelingAssembling components to create finished products or sub-assemblies
Skills & CertificationsBasic packaging skills, safety trainingMechanical skills, assembly line experience
Work EnvironmentPackaging stations, warehouse settingsAssembly lines, manufacturing floors
Industry UsageLogistics, shipping, manufacturingManufacturing, electronics, automotive

Factory Packaging focuses on preparing products for shipment, while Factory Assembly involves building products from components. Both roles are essential in manufacturing but differ in tasks, skills, and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Factory Packaging job openings in Virginia as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,774 per year, or $16.7 per hour.
Packaging Engineer

Packaging Engineer

Liebherr

Newport News, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Liebherr rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

38th of 417 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

The Packaging Engineer/Logistics Project Manager has a responsibility to design, develop, and establish packaging solutions and standards. This position will also be responsible to manage projects pertaining to improving warehouse infrastructure, material flow and warehouse system upgrades.
Responsibilities
  • Level I:
  • Acquires job skills and learns policies, procedures and work instructions to complete routine tasks.
  • Works on assignments routine in nature, requiring limited judgement
  • Routinely interacts with cross-functional groups within the Liebherr organization.
  • Supports capturing warehouse and manufacturing demands using both internal and external sources for packing material and services for delivery.
  • Provides input for fiscal planning, capital projects and cost reductions.
  • Reviews product design for packaging requirements.
  • Determines best packaging methods (tote, rack, crate, etc.) for in-bound material flow consisting of 12,000+ active parts
  • Determines packaging fleet sizes and appropriate dunnage for safe and efficient transport and handling of material.
  • Develops returnable packaging needs within supply chain to prevent packaging shortages and overages.
  • Ensures that all packaging procedures and processes are followed in all areas of responsibility in accordance with established ISO guidelines, including documentation and updates.
  • Collects knowledge on state-of-the art opportunities in packaging logistics and actively initiates and leads continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Develops and reviews project charters, proposals and plans based on project goal from senior management to determine time frame, project budget, and procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of projects.
  • Level II:
  • All duties of Packaging Engineer Level I plus:
  • Applies acquired job skills, policies, procedures and work instructions to complete tasks.
  • Requires instructions on a few assignments.
  • Identifies areas for warehouse and packaging improvements, researches, and develops solutions to improve process efficiency.
  • Selects, specifies, and installs equipment that is statistically capable, reliable, and maintainable as well as safe and ergonomically sound
  • Dispositions issues with non-conforming product.
  • Attends and provides packaging feedback at design reviews.
  • Collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive quality and process improvements.
  • Collect, analyze data, develop metrics and reports using basic statistical methods
  • Provides technical direction, leadership and support for the factory in lean manufacturing, tooling, manufacturing processes, project management, and training.
  • Designs and develops area specific KPI's (Key Performance Indicators) within the warehouse & logistics group.
  • Develops, recommends, and implements measures to improve shipping methods, equipment performance, packaging and quality of product.
  • Level III:
  • All duties of Packaging Engineer Level II plus:
  • Utilizes substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks.
  • Requires minimal supervision.
  • Works on assignments that are moderately difficult and require judgement in resolving issues or in making recommendations.
  • Skilled in planning, managing, directing resources and managing projects.
  • Has the ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
  • Confers with Engineers to investigate equipment failures and difficulties to analyze and provide technical recommendations and design changes.
  • Independently collaborates with multiple departments to manage medium to large scale projects.
  • Researches and analyzes Field and Customer proposals, specifications, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications.
  • Attends and provides packaging approval at design reviews.
  • Senior:
  • All duties of Packaging Engineer Level III plus:
  • Requires little to no supervision.
  • Effectively communicates and manages projects with Suppliers, Purchasing and Engineering.
  • Trains, mentors, and develops peers and other personnel on processes and procedures, resolves failures and system malfunctions, and provides technical guidance.
  • Reviews and approves processes, corrective actions, and packaging designs for manufacturability.
  • Leads the investigation of failures and difficulties to provide technical recommendations for design changes.
  • Provides feedback on customer problems and needs. Works to develop corrective and preventative actions for customer's issues relating to manufacturing.

Competencies
  • Level I:
  • Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or Logistics Management (B.A. or B.S.) or AS in engineering related discipline with two years of packaging and/or logistics experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Working knowledge of packaging materials and processes.
  • Working knowledge of costing for all modes of transportation; less than truckload (LTL), truckload, air, small package, domestic and international.
  • Knowledge of fundamental engineering and project management concepts and practices.
  • Knowledge of ERP LN system as it relates to mining truck Bill of Materials (BOM) structure and inventory control.
  • Excellent communication (oral & written) skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents such as engineering specifications, drawings, blue prints, procedures, and manuals.
  • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as algebra, probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
  • Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  • Knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Products including: Outlook,
  • Project, Word, Excel, and Power Point
  • Knowledge of basic heavy equipment manufacturing processes, equipment, and work area requirements
  • Knowledge of manpower and equipment utilization calculations and planning
  • Judgment: Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment;
  • Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decisionmaking process; Makes timely decisions.
  • Quantity: Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
  • Level II:
  • Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or Logistics Management (B.A. or B.S.) with two years of applicable engineering experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • All skills of Packaging Engineer Level I plus:
  • Experience in MRP, bills of materials related to production and inventory management.
  • Skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, engineering specifications and technical documentation.
  • Knowledge of GD&T and other tolerance methods.
  • Responsible for projects with small to medium scope.
  • Lean Principles
  • 3D Design software basic knowledge
  • Level III:
  • Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or Logistics Management (B.A. or B.S.) with four years of applicable engineering experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • All skills of Packaging Engineer Level II plus:
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in planning, managing, and directing resources and managing projects.
  • Ability to lead groups of engineers, warehouse personnel and warehouse supervision toward project goals.
  • Ability to work independently toward the completion of assigned projects and effectively present to a group.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, engineering specifications and technical documentation.
  • Responsible for large scale projects.
  • Advance Lean Principles
  • Senior:
  • Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or Logistics Management (B.A. or B.S.) with six years of applicable engineering experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • All skills of Packaging Engineer Level III plus:
  • Works on assignments that require considerable judgment and initiative.
  • Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions.
  • Determines method and procedures for new assignments.
  • Knowledge of financial data and costing procedures.
  • Highly skilled in planning, managing, directing resources and managing projects.
  • Responds to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
  • Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or board of directors.
  • Packaging Engineering Expert in their respective subject matter area.
  • Bulletproof Managers Training
  • All Levels:
  • Travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of the time.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license and passport.
  • Ability to maintain Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) certification.

Our Offer
An interesting and ambitious role in a successful international company. We offer a secure work environment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, paid vacation and personal days and competitive salary.
Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Alden.
Liebherr-America, Inc. and its US affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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The company
In line with its international growth, Liebherr's venture into the United States began in 1970. Within a couple of years, the company expanded and completed its production facilities in Newport News, Virginia, for its product line of hydraulic excavators. It was later converted into Liebherr's manufacturing facility for mining trucks and remains home to Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. In addition to its production facility, Liebherr markets a wide variety of products and technologies its companies located across the United States. The companies are Liebherr-Aerospace Saline, Inc., Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc., Liebherr Automation Systems, Co., and Liebherr USA, Co., the umbrella company for eight divisions that are positioned across the United States.
Location
Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co.
4100 Chestnut Avenue
23607 Newport News, VA
United States (US)
Contact
Nicole Alden
nicole.alden@liebherr.com

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