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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for book packaging in the United States is $18.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a book packaging?

A book packaging job involves developing, managing, and producing books on behalf of publishers. Book packagers handle tasks such as concept development, writing, editing, design, and printing, often delivering a fully finished book to a publishing house. These professionals may work with freelance writers, designers, and editors to create market-ready books. Book packagers are commonly used in educational, children's, and nonfiction publishing, where publishers prefer outsourced content creation.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in book packaging?

In a Book Packaging role, your daily activities often include managing book projects from concept through final delivery, coordinating between freelance writers, designers, and illustrators, and overseeing editorial processes such as copyediting and proofreading. You’ll also be responsible for budget management, timeline tracking, and ensuring that each project meets both client specifications and industry standards. Regular communication with publishers and authors is essential, as is problem-solving to keep complex, multi-faceted projects running smoothly. This role requires balancing creative vision with operational logistics, making adaptability and strong organizational skills highly valued.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the book packaging position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Book Packaging professional, you need strong project management skills, editorial expertise, and an understanding of the publishing process, often backed by a degree in English, communications, or publishing. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, and project management platforms is common, while experience with printing or production management is also valuable. Excellent organization, negotiation, and communication skills set top candidates apart in this field. These capabilities are crucial for coordinating between authors, publishers, and creative teams to deliver high-quality books on time and within budget.

What does a book packaging do?

A book packaging professional coordinates the development, design, and production of books, often working with authors, editors, and printers to ensure the final product meets specifications. They may oversee project timelines, manage budgets, and use design tools to create layouts. This role requires strong organizational skills and knowledge of publishing processes.
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Packaging Engineer II

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Allison Transmission
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

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9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

23rd of 499 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

JOIN THE TEAM THAT'S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.
What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works.

Learn more about this role and how you can begindriving your career forward!

Benefits:

The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company's discretion.

  • Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage

  • Employer HSA contribution

  • Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Short & Long-Term Disability

  • Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance

  • 401K with generous Company match & contribution

  • Accrued Paid Time Off

  • 12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday

  • Robust employee wellness program

  • Tuition assistance program

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

Packaging Process Development & Maintenance

  • Develop andmaintainpart packaging process routings.

  • Design new part packaging.

  • Revise existing packaging asrequired.

  • Maintain revision records.

  • Develop andmaintainpackaging cost information.

  • Provide engineering packaging data for Allison Divisions and the Department of Defense.

  • Packaging Material Specifications & Inventory Support

  • Develop andmaintainpackaging material specifications.

  • Create packaging material purchase order releases.

  • Assistin developing packaging inventory and replenishment programs.

Packaging Engineering Laboratory Coordination

  • Develop and perform testing on packages according to ISTA requirements. Conduct packaging material testing asrequired.

  • Perform testing for divisional needs asrequired.

  • Provide Warehouse & Distribution Project Support

  • Assistwith technical, system, in-houselogistics, and packaging quality issues.Assistwithsupplier packagingdevelopment.

  • Actively pursue costsavings &continuousimprovements

  • Conduct studies to reduce divisional labor and material expenses.

  • Evaluate employee suggestionsregardingnew packaging method improvements. Evaluate packaging concerns from employees, suppliers, and customers.

  • Maintain revision records and packaging cost information.

System & Technical Support

  • Assistwith system issues related to packaging processes, material specifications, andlogisticssystems.

Data, Documentation & Visual Support

  • Assistwith data collection and recording.

  • Create and update Kit Books and visual aids.

Key Performance Measures:

  • Kit book accuracy and timeliness

  • Packaging Routing Accuracy

  • Cost savings due to packaging optimization

Competencies andBehaviors:

Required:

  • Adhering to the highest standards in what we do. We succeed through integrity, trust, and quality as we drive for results.

  • Drive a positive customer experience. We deliver better outcomes when we understand our customers' needs and execute appropriately.

  • Improve the way the world works. We develop better solutions through innovation and a continuous desire to improve.

  • Leveraging the power of teamwork. We develop better solutions by working together toward a common goal.

  • Analytical and problemsolving capability.
  • Knowledge of ISTA standards and packaging methodologies.
  • Strong communicationand documentation skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with suppliers and crossfunctional teams.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and technical tasks.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably packaging,mechanicalor industrial) or supply chainisrequired.

  • Familiarity with packaging engineering standards and ISTA testing.

  • Proficiencywith Microsoft Office suite.

  • Preferred:

  • Proficiencywith SAP

  • Supplier development or packaging quality experience.

  • Exposure to cost analysis or continuousimprovement.

Experience:

Required:

Experience designing, testing, ormaintainingpackaging solutions.

Experience with packaging materials or specifications.

Experience supportinglogisticsor warehouse operations.

Experience preparing documentation and visual work aids.

Scope Factors:

Provides packaging engineeringexpertiseacross production, warehousing, distribution, and supplier networks.
Responsible for designing,validating, andmaintainingpackaging standards withdirect impact on product protection, cost, andlogisticsefficiency.
Collaborates with suppliers, engineering teams, divisional groups, and distribution operations.
Decisions influence cost savings, packaging compliance, testing protocols, and material specifications across the organization.
Supports divisional initiatives andrepresentsPackaging Engineering incrossfunctionalproduct and improvement teams.


Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at ati+ask4max@service-now.com.

Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

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