Associate Packaging Engineer

About the Company We’re Talking Rain Beverage Company, an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusivity. We develop sustainable packaging solutions for our beverages. What You’ll Do Maintain and update packaging specifications for all package formats, including dimensions, materials, tolerances, and performance requirements. Review and approve engineering drawings, material dielines, and specification sheets in alignment with brand, regulatory, and co‑manufacturer requirements. Support new product development (NPD) and packaging renovation projects by translating design intent into manufacturable specifications. Maintain active technical relationships with packaging material suppliers, facilitating specification alignment and problem resolution. Serve as the day‑to‑day technical point of contact for packaging‑related inquiries from internal and external parties, including co‑manufacturers. Conduct on‑site line assessments and trials at co‑manufacturer facilities to evaluate packaging runability, identify sources of downtime or defects, and develop improvement plans. Contribute to the development and revision of internal standards, SOPs, work instructions, and test methods related to packaging quality. Identify and champion cost‑reduction and sustainability improvement opportunities within the packaging portfolio without compromising quality or performance. Ensure food safety, quality, and SQF practices are always followed, notifying the manager of any food safety and/or quality issues. Complete other responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications 2+ years of packaging engineering experience, ideally in Consumer‑Packaged Goods. Familiarity with beverage packaging formats and filling/sealing technologies (e.g., canning lines, PET filling, secondary and tertiary packaging). Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent experience. Ability to read and generate insights from engineering drawings and raw material documentation. Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel). Proficiency in using software tools for packaging design and analysis. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to translate technical findings for both engineering and non‑technical audiences. Effective communication and interpersonal abilities for collaboration with cross‑functional teams and external suppliers. Passion for sustainability practices and trends in packaging. Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards in packaging and labeling. Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Self‑motivated with a continuous‑improvement mindset and attention to detail. Ability to travel up to 40% and occasionally work evenings and weekends as needed for special assignments. Safety‑sensitive role – responsible for personal and others’ safety in the workplace. Benefits Three weeks of vacation per calendar year, with additional weeks earned over time. Paid parental leave up to six weeks for FMLA‑eligible employees. Flexibility stipend for business or remote work expenses. Relocation assistance where available. Carpool mileage reimbursement for on‑site workers. Immediate vesting 401(k) with matched contributions. Fitness reimbursements for community events and competitions. On‑site gym and personal training for Pre‑son employees. Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including free plans for qualifying employees. Vehicle program options with mileage reimbursement or company vehicle stipend. Equal Opportunity We’re an equal‑opportunity employer and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr