Package Development Engineering

Packaging Development EngineerLocation: Remote (Candidates must be based in AZ, CA,

MD, IL, or GA)Classification: Exempt (Salaried)Work Schedules: Full-Time; travel to manufacturing sites in AZ and MD.SummaryThis role is with a premier specialty contract packaging

(co-packer) and OEM food manufacturer recognized for developing custom

sauces and dressings, serving a diverse customer base in retail, foodservice,

and industrial sectors.They are seeking an experienced Packaging Development Engineer to

This critical role involves the end-to-end development

and design of packaging materials for both new and existing food products.

While this position offers a remote work structure for candidates based in CA,

IL, or GA, it requires a professional comfortable with frequent travel to

production facilities in Arizona and Maryland to ensure successful scale-up,

testing, and implementation of packaging designs.to:Material

Development:

Develop, select, and design appropriate containers, films, and packaging

materials for all new food products, specifically focusing on the unique

materials.packaging material suppliers, printing companies, and filling machine

On-Site

Travel to manufacturing sites in Arizona and Maryland to evaluate and

Establish comprehensive packaging specifications and define quality and

Partner closely with Marketing, Product Development, and Manufacturing

Value Engineering: Lead efforts to

packaging design and materials procurement.knowledge of a wide variety of packaging materials, including plastics,

laminated films, paper containers, and bottles.Solid understanding of packaging machinery and filling equipment,

including the ability to conduct formal compatibility assessments on-site.Commercial Acumen: Proven experience

purchasing of packaging materials.ability to travel frequently (up to 40-50%) to AZ and MD facilities.years of professional packaging design or material development experience

within the food, beverage, or Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industries.with packaging materials for dry goods (seasonings/mixes) and/or

working within a contract packaging (co-packer) or OEM manufacturing

A Bachelor’s

degree in Packaging Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering,

or a related field.