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BestCo

Packaging Engineer

Mooresville, NC

With unique food science expertise and proprietary processes, we've pioneered many firsts. Our ... The Packaging Engineer designs and commercializes packaging for solid-dose over the counter (OTC ...

campus4tech

R&D Packaging Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

Food manufacturing environment experience * Experience with cartoning equipment, case packing equipment, and other packaging systems. * Demonstrated expertise in application of process engineering ...

TEMPERPACK

Packaging Engineer II

Richmond, VA

Our Packaging Engineer plays a key role in designing shipping pack-outs based on customer ... food and pharmaceutical products. The markets we serve have an urgent need for disruptive ...

eBottles.com

Sr. Packaging Engineer

Jupiter, FL · On-site

Packaging Engineer Reports To: Nilton Mattos, Director of Packaging and Quality Engineering ... Ensure packaging materials meet all relevant food-contact safety and regulatory requirements.

Conagra Brands, Inc.

Packaging Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$63K - $93K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Engineering, or a related field. * 3+ years of work experience in packaging or engineering, preferably within the consumer-packaged goods or food industry.

Conagra Brands

Packaging Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$63K - $93K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Engineering, or a related field. * 3+ years of work experience in packaging or engineering, preferably within the consumer-packaged goods or food industry.

Perdue Farms

Packaging Engineer

Salisbury, MD

$78K - $116K/yr

As a Packaging Engineer, you will support the development and improvement of food products by ... designing and optimizing packaging solutions that meet business, quality, and performance goals.

Perdue Farms

Packaging Engineer

Salisbury, MD

$78K - $116K/yr

As a Packaging Engineer, you will support the development and improvement of food products by ... designing and optimizing packaging solutions that meet business, quality, and performance goals.

ASR Group

Process Engineer - Packaging

Baltimore, MD

$65K - $108K/yr

The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener ... The engineer manages projects in the packaging department. Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Herbalife

Associate Packaging Engineer

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

$13.75 - $17/hr

... food or nutritional products • 1 - 3 years' experience working in a GMP environment. Education: • High School Diploma or Equivalent working towards an Associate's Degree in Packaging Engineering ...

Perdue Farms

Packaging Engineer

Salisbury, MD

$78K - $116K/yr

As a Packaging Engineer, you will support the development and improvement of food products by ... designing and optimizing packaging solutions that meet business, quality, and performance goals.

Herbalife

Associate Packaging Engineer

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

$13.75 - $17/hr

Experience preferably in Nutraceutical, Pharmaceutical, Food, or CPG industries Experience with Cape Pack or Tops palletization software Preferred Associate's Degree in Packaging Engineering ...

Carrier

Packaging Engineer Leader

Jefferson, GA

... ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air ... Packaging Engineer - Aftermarket Parts E-Commerce About This Role Responsible for developing ...

Herbalife

Associate Packaging Engineer

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

$13.75 - $17/hr

... food or nutritional products • 1 - 3 years' experience working in a GMP environment. Education: • High School Diploma or Equivalent working towards an Associate's Degree in Packaging Engineering ...

Aequor

Packaging Engineer

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

Packaging Innovation Engineer Location: Chattanooga, TN- 37409- Hybrid- (Role will be hybrid 2 days ... Industry background can be any of the following: healthcare, personal care, beauty, food, chemicals.

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How much do food packaging engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for food packaging engineer in the United States is $42.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.69 and $49.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Food Packaging Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Food Packaging Engineer, you need a solid background in packaging design, materials science, and food safety regulations, typically supported by a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with CAD software, packaging testing equipment, and relevant industry certifications (such as Six Sigma or HACCP) is highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, creativity, and effective communication are essential for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and innovating solutions. These abilities ensure the development of safe, efficient, and sustainable packaging that meets both regulatory standards and consumer expectations.

What are the typical challenges faced by Food Packaging Engineers in their daily work?

Food Packaging Engineers often navigate challenges such as selecting materials that balance cost, sustainability, and product protection, while also complying with food safety regulations. They may need to troubleshoot and optimize packaging methods to enhance shelf life, reduce waste, and support large-scale production. Collaboration with teams in production, quality assurance, and marketing is frequent, requiring strong communication to align technical solutions with business goals. Adaptability and continuous learning are important, as industry demands and regulatory standards can change rapidly, offering opportunities for professional growth and innovation.

What is a Food Packaging Engineer job?

A Food Packaging Engineer designs and develops packaging solutions to ensure food products remain safe, fresh, and cost-effective throughout storage and transportation. They work with materials, sustainability, and compliance regulations to optimize packaging for efficiency and environmental impact. Their role involves testing, innovation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance product protection and consumer experience.

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Sr Packaging Maintenance Engineer

Florida Crystals / ASR Group

Baltimore, MD • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

ASR Group is the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company's brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's® and Sidul®.
OVERVIEW
The Senior Corporate Packaging Engineer is a technical resource for the various packaging locations across the ASR Enterprise. He/she will work with dry food packaging operations to include, but not limited to, the following packaging equipment: Vertical form fill & seal machines, baggers, horizontal sealers, cartoners, scales, labelers, case formers/loaders, conveying, palletizing, stretch wrapping and robotics. The position will also be responsible for identifying, leading, developing, and executing solutions for quality and performance improvements for the packaging department. Success in this position is measured by the persons ability to identify, and implement permanent solutions that deliver a measurable benefit. These benefits must show measured cost savings, waste reduction, reduced overfill (give away), safety, or another key business metric.
DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Work with Packaging operations throughout the Enterprise and suppliers to troubleshoot packaging issues, maintain packaging quality, and optimize packing line efficiencies.
  • Develop and improve procedures and instructions to minimize packing line setup and changeover time/cost.
  • Demonstrate strong troubleshooting skills through the use of continuous improvement techniques.
  • Show a thorough understanding of the interactions between machines, materials, methods, environment, and people to provide robust operating systems.
  • Learn, implement and leverage new systems, technology or applications that drive improvements & transparency.
  • Develop/maintain material balances and unit operation capability information to ensure optimal production rates, parameters, and formula.
  • Provide key technical support in capital projects and new product and packaging material testing/start-ups.
  • Minimize packaging material scrap, product scrap, and product giveaway.
  • Ensures safety aspects of the equipment meet specifications and requirements to ensure employees' safe working conditions.
  • Conduct capacity studies, enhance system reliability, and identify/implement productivity improvements including new technologies.
  • Serve as a technical liaison for all levels of the company including production/maintenance employees, plant technical and management resources, corporate engineering and R&D organizations.
  • Develop/deliver technical training for various levels of the organization and serve as a divisional resource in cross-functional platform/technology/product teams.
  • Provide packaging operations with technical equipment expertise, standard procedures for operation, change-over and maintenance of packaging equipment, selection of new packaging equipment, equipment improvement, upgrades and documentation, operator and maintenance training and support.
  • Travel to various locations as needed to support performance improvements
  • Other duties as assigned.

WORK EXPERIENCES
  • 5+ years of experience in packaging engineering, packaging development, quality engineering, or manufacturing.
  • A demonstrated ability to select and apply sound engineering practices and principles to the design and development of high-volume consumer products packaging.
  • Strong background and proven results in Leading Continuous Improvement efforts through the application of Lean Manufacturing and 6 Sigma Activities.
  • Prior experience in Packaging Controls desired.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
  • B.S. degree (or higher) in Engineering, Packaging Science or related field from an accredited college/university.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)
  • Recognized technical abilities and practical experience with strong capabilities in the following areas: Theory/functionality of manufacturing systems and unit operations; Continuous improvement; Food science/chemistry or packaging science; Statistics and analytical methods; Process measurement and control; Mechanical aptitude; Troubleshooting; Ability to understand and apply general engineering principles
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple projects with overlapping tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify problems, develop solutions, and quickly implement their strategy.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow through to resolve any outstanding issues.
  • Proficient skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook are required.
  • Fundamental understanding of food standards, safety and sanitary regulations, and good manufacturing practices.
  • Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Core Competencies:
  • Analytical Thinking & Decision Making - Identifies and understands trends and/or issues; connects data points through analysis to arrive at a logical conclusion.
  • Business & Financial Acumen - Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the financial, accounting, marketing and operational functions of our organization; interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better corporate decisions.
  • Effective Communication - Expresses ideas and information in a clear and concise manner by tailoring one's message to fit the interests and needs of the audience.
  • Customer Orientation - Keeps internal and/or external customer(s) in mind at all times. Strives to proactively address customer concerns and needs. Assists business partners and customers to achieve their work goals via application of their own skills and knowledge; strives to provide consistent customer satisfaction.
  • Establishes Trust - Gaining the confidence and faith of others by actions and words that promote being honest, forthcoming, integrious and vulnerable.
  • Problem-Solving - Anticipates, evaluates, diagnoses, and resolves problems in a systematic and fact-based manner.
  • Results Orientation & Accountability - Takes accountability, identifies, executes and drives actions to consistently achieve desired results.
  • Teamwork & Collaboration - Creates a climate that fosters commitment to a common vision and shared values that promote cooperation and working together through trust and support of others.
  • Adaptability/Flexibility - Maintaining effectiveness in varying environments and with different tasks, responsibilities and people.
  • Continuous Improvement - Establishes methods and utilizes specialized techniques to monitor and improve performance of systems and processes.
  • Self-Development - Seeks feedback on one's strengths and weaknesses and initiates activities to increase or enhance their knowledge, skills, and proficiency in order to perform more effectively or enhance their career.
  • Change Management - Achieves success through change: identifies opportunities for improvement and innovation, removes barriers and resistance, and enables behaviors that support desired outcomes.
  • Develops Others - Plans for the growth of others, diligently addressing performance issues and conflicts, both at the individual and organizational level with the purpose of achieving results through the activities of other people.
  • Strategic Mindset - Understands company's short and long-term priorities and aligns department priorities and behavior around achievement of those objectives.

LOCATION OF ROLE
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 35% Travel

SALARY PAY RANGE: $93,000 - $172,500 plus bonus
The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidate's qualifications and prior experience.
Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs) available the first of the month following 30 days of employment, 401(k) with match, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, vacation, holiday and sick time.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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