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Packaging Engineer

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Work Environment * 60% office-based work at a computer or desk. * 10% travel to customer or vendor locations. * 30% work on the assembly floor with exposure to production tools, noise, chemicals, and ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for home based 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 is the difference between Home Based Packaging Engineer vs Packaging Designer?

AspectHome Based Packaging EngineerPackaging Designer
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in packaging or related fieldsDesign or art degree, certifications in graphic or industrial design
Work EnvironmentHome office, collaboration with manufacturing teamsDesign studios, client meetings, or remote work
Industry UsageManufacturing, logistics, product developmentConsumer products, branding, marketing

Home Based Packaging Engineers focus on developing functional, cost-effective packaging solutions, often requiring engineering expertise. Packaging Designers concentrate on creating visually appealing packaging designs for branding and marketing. While both roles may collaborate, their core responsibilities and skill sets differ, with engineers emphasizing functionality and designers emphasizing aesthetics.

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Packaging Engineer

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Posted 14 days ago


Marathon Cheese Corporation rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

146th of 380 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

*This position is onsite in Marathon City, WI*

Marathon Cheese Corporation is the leader in custom cheese packaging. Staying innovative for our customers is what keeps us moving. As technologies in packaging and distribution have changed over the years, we have innovated together to deliver on our promise of cutting edge packaging. Marathon Cheese is looking for a candidate with the expertise, creativity and drive to develop great packaging.

General Summary: This position is responsible for managing new packaging development projects, and the improvement of existing packaging and packaging processes. The project activities include: packaging concept design and evaluation (feasibility, cost, ergonomics), refinement and testing of new packaging and materials, data collection and analysis, project timeline development and management, development and maintenance of specifications, and development of cost estimates. The Packaging Engineer must successfully interact with packaging vendors, R&D, marketing, sales, supply chain and customers. All this activity must be managed in a pro-active manner to assure that product quality and safety is not compromised.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Identify and develop new packaging concepts to satisfy unmet customer/consumer needs. Drive business growth through emerging technologies.
  • Work in multifunctional teams with sales/marketing, supply chain, R&D, vendors and customers to commercialize new and improve existing packaging
  • Must have strong project management and organizational skills to be able to manage multiple projects and meet established timelines
  • Develop cost estimates for new product/packaging programs
  • Prepare and execute plans for the monitoring and testing of various packaging/product tests
  • Provide support to Operations; identify machine/package material interface opportunities and work with suppliers to address
  • Support the development and qualification of new packaging systems
  • Log and track material quality issues in the QMS system. Drive quality improvement initiatives with material suppliers.
  • Maintain regulatory compliance documentation for food contact packaging materials
  • Identify, quantify, test and execute cost savings projects

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelors Degree in Packaging Engineering
  • 2-5 years of experience with packaging materials/equipment in the food industry

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to apply fundamental engineering principles for the evaluation and optimization of Marathon packaging
  • Thorough knowledge of flexible films, pressure sensitive labels, reclose technology and corrugated designs used for consumer goods packaging
  • Working knowledge of the equipment and processes used to fill or create flexible (flow wrap/stand up pouches) and corrugated packaging
  • Ability to use current PC-based software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Artios CAD, TOPS, etc.)
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as customer specifications, technical procedures and regulations

Core Competencies:

  • Ability to analyze and solve problems
  • Demonstrates drive and commitment
  • Demonstrates adaptability
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Displays team commitment
  • Project management
  • Uses technical and functional expertise

Work Environment:

  • Operates in a demanding, fast-paced, people-oriented manufacturing environment with frequent changes, interruptions, and multiple project assignments. Works with a variety of people including sales, marketing, vendors, operations and customers.

Required Work Schedule:

  • Standard business days and hours. Flexible to attend meetings or important functions that may occur during off hours, weekends, and holidays to meet organizational initiatives. Travel, overnight trips, and multi-site support will be required. Estimated up to 10% travel per year.

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