Associate Packaging Engineer - Columbus, OH
$50,700–$101,300 year
On-siteColumbus, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Execute packaging testing for primary and secondary materials, issue test reports, and support instrument qualification and validation. Identify and develop new packaging structures from concept through commercialization, producing mock-up samples for design review. Lead package function and distribution testing, implement cost-optimized opportunities, and provide technical input for capital projects and manufacturing site OEE improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Labeling, and Quality Assurance while managing global projects. Requires 20% domestic and international travel and a Bachelor's degree in Packaging or Engineering.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 years' experience in technical package engineering position or related field
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Packaging, Engineering or related technical field
- Thorough technical knowledge of a wide range of packaging materials, structures, and manufacturing processes
- Experience in packaging test equipment and packaging software programs (ie. AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Cape Pack)
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple global projects
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to effectively interface with broad global cross functional teams
- Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently
- Effective problem solving skills
- 20% travel, includes domestic and international travel
- Experience in resolving supply chain challenges
Desired Qualifications
- ISTA certification is a bonus
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