Packaging Engineer

Industrial Product Labeling And Packaging Specialist

Qualification:

• BE / BTech – Mechanical Engineering / Packaging Engineering

• Post Graduate Diploma in Packaging (preferred)

• 5–8 years of relevant experience in industrial product labeling and packaging

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain labeling solutions for industrial / HVAC products, including primary, secondary, and logistics labels

• Own label artwork development, version control, and change management in line with product and regulatory requirements

• Strong hands-on experience with label design software such as Bartender and CodeSoft

• Manage label content definition including part numbers, barcodes, QR codes, regulatory symbols, multilingual text, and product information

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (ASTM, ISO, customer standards, and regional compliance requirements)

• Collaborate closely with product design, quality, manufacturing, procurement, and regulatory teams

• Support NPI / NPD programs by defining labeling requirements during early design stages

• Drive cost optimization and VAVE initiatives related to labels and marking solutions

• Support supplier development, RFQs, sourcing, prototyping, validation, and PPAP (where applicable)

• Resolve manufacturing and field issues related to labeling durability, adhesion, readability, and traceability

• Document labeling specifications, validation reports, and engineering change documentation

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong expertise in industrial labeling design and implementation

• Hands-on experience with:

• Bartender

• CodeSoft

• Barcode standards (1D / 2D – Code 128, QR, DataMatrix, etc.)

• Knowledge of label materials, adhesives, printing technologies (thermal transfer, direct thermal, laser, inkjet)

• Understanding of environmental performance (temperature, humidity, chemical resistance, abrasion)

• Working knowledge of packaging and labeling standards (ASTM, ISTA, ISO)

• Strong background in mechanical engineering fundamentals

• Experience in HVAC or industrial products is highly preferred

• Proficiency in SAP, MS Office tools, and basic data analysis for proposals and cost comparisons

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interaction with internal teams and suppliers