Packaging Engineer

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field 5-7 years of packaging engineering experience in food or beverage Club packaging experience, ideally with Costco or a similar customer Experience with specification and technical document creation and management Recent professional experience working with organic products or baby food preferred Prior professional experience in sustainable packaging initiatives, highly valued Proficiency with High-Pressure Processing (HPP) Strong understanding of packaging materials, testing methods, and standards (FDA, ASTM, ISTA) related to HPP Able to organize and execute packaging projects, including laboratory and plant-based evaluations Strong teamwork and communication skills Solid knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Outlook, Slack, and other professional platforms

Partner cross-functionally from concept to launch, translating brand vision into manufacturable, consumer-ready packaging Design and optimize packaging for efficiency in manufacturing and co-packing Ensure packaging preserves product quality while achieving sustainability goals Establish and enforce packaging quality standards Conduct and validate packaging tests Manage and qualify suppliers and converters Troubleshoot packaging and material issues Lead optimization initiatives Maintain accurate packaging specifications and technical documentation Stay informed on industry trends, materials, and technologies Support compliance and reporting related to packaging regulations