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Our Packaging Engineer plays a key role in designing shipping pack-outs based on customer ... We design and manufacture innovative, sustainable packaging components for cold-chain shipping of ...

$50K - $80K/yr

Our Packaging Engineer plays a key role in designing shipping pack-outs based on customer ... We design and manufacture innovative, sustainable packaging components for cold-chain shipping of ...

The Packaging Engineer leads the development and deployment of innovation, sustainability, and productivity initiatives across Mars Petcare North America's packaging portfolio. Operating in a pet ...

Packaging Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$40.44/hr

Position Title: Packaging Engineer Duration: 6 Months+ Pay Rate: $40.44/hr on W2 Location: El ... Support sustainability initiatives involving sustainable materials and recyclability assessments ...

Packaging Engineer III

Rochester, NY · On-site

$95K - $115K/yr

Objectives Lead and execute packaging development and sustainability initiatives in support of R&D projects and evolving global packaging requirements. The engineer will drive the design ...

Packaging Engineer

East Hanover, NJ · On-site

$40 - $43/hr

Packaging Engineer As a Packaging Engineer, you design, document, and maintain detailed packaging ... Evaluate and select appropriate packaging materials, balancing cost, sustainability, and product ...

Objectives: Lead and execute packaging development and sustainability initiatives in support of R&D projects and evolving global packaging requirements. The engineer will drive the design ...

Associate Packaging Engineer II

Ada, MI · On-site

$73K - $90K/yr

Associate Packaging Engineer II - Nutrition Department / Division: Nutrition West Center of ... Support sustainable package design efforts that reduce material usage, enable recyclability and/or ...

Objectives: Lead and execute packaging development and sustainability initiatives in support of R&D projects and evolving global packaging requirements. The engineer will drive the design ...

Preferred QualificationsExperience with sustainable packaging initiatives.Familiarity with ... About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent ...

Associate Packaging Engineer II

Ada, MI · On-site

$73K - $90K/yr

Associate Packaging Engineer II - Nutrition Department / Division: Nutrition West Center of ... Support sustainable package design efforts that reduce material usage, enable recyclability and/or ...

We're a community of creators, builders, and inventors who believe in creating sustainable products ... We are seeking a Senior Packaging Structural Engineer to join our Packaging Engineering team. In ...

... Engineer IV serves as a senior technical resource across the organization, influencing packaging strategy, material selection, supplier development, testing methodologies, sustainability initiatives ...

Develop designs that align with packaging brief documentation, sustainability goals, brand ... Run packaging engineering change processes and facilitate implementation of new packaging solutions ...

The Packaging Engineer will be responsible for developing innovative packaging solutions that ... Drive cost savings, material optimization, and sustainability improvements across existing ...

Packaging Engineer

Coal City, IL · On-site

$110K/yr

PLZ is committed to product stewardship and innovation, strong ethical standards, sustainable ... The Packaging Engineer designs, tests, and implements packaging designs that emphasize ...

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Packaging Engineer

Romeoville, IL

$135K - $145K/yr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Packaging Engineer
Location: Romeoville, IL
Hire Type: Contract-to-Hire, Onsite
Target Pay Rate: $65.00 - $70.00/hour (on contract) | $135,000–145,000/year (upon conversion)
Benefits: PTO, paid holidays, BCBS medical plans, dental/vision plans, 401(k), & ESOP program

Must-Have Skills:
  • Packaging engineering experience within cosmetics, personal care, or consumer packaged goods (CPG)
  • Experience developing primary and secondary packaging solutions
  • Strong understanding of packaging materials including plastics, glass, aluminum, and paperboard
  • Packaging testing experience including compatibility, stability, transport, and line trials
  • CAD software proficiency (SolidWorks, ArtiosCAD, or similar)
  • Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills

Job Summary:
Seeking a Packaging Engineer to lead the design, development, testing, and commercialization of innovative packaging solutions for cosmetic and personal care products. This role will partner with Product Development, Marketing, Quality, Supply Chain, and external suppliers to deliver packaging that meets brand, performance, regulatory, and manufacturing requirements while supporting sustainability and cost-saving initiatives.

Job Duties:
  • Design and develop primary and secondary packaging components including bottles, jars, tubes, pumps, caps, cartons, and labels
  • Translate product, consumer, and branding requirements into functional packaging solutions
  • Lead packaging projects from concept through commercialization
  • Conduct packaging feasibility studies and manage development timelines
  • Perform packaging validation and testing, including compatibility, drop, leakage, compression, and transportation testing
  • Support supplier qualification and onboarding activities
  • Develop packaging specifications, drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation
  • Provide technical support during manufacturing scale-up, validation, and product launch activities
  • Troubleshoot packaging issues related to manufacturing, filling, and distribution processes
  • Drive cost reduction, sustainability, and packaging performance improvement initiatives
  • Stay current on packaging innovations, materials, and industry trends

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field required
  • 2–5+ years of packaging engineering experience preferred
  • Familiarity with cosmetic filling operations and manufacturing processes
  • Knowledge of FDA, ISO, ASTM, and packaging regulatory requirements preferred
  • Experience with sustainable packaging initiatives, including recyclability and PCR materials, is a plus
  • Experience working with overseas suppliers is preferred
  • Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience is a plus
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.