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Senior Packaging Engineer

Apex Packaging Innovations
Chicago, IL
Salary Estimate
USD 90.000 – USD 120.000
Posting Time
2 Mei 2026
Deadline
2 Mei 2027

Job description

Join our fast-growing packaging solutions team to design and optimize consumer packaging for leading brands. You will collaborate with product teams to deliver innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective packaging solutions from concept through production.

We seek an analytical and collaborative engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can translate material science into printable, scalable packaging designs.

Responsibility

  • Lead the design and optimization of primary and secondary packaging for multiple product lines
  • Execute design validation, testing protocols, and risk assessments to ensure compliance and performance
  • Collaborate with R&D, sourcing, and operations to select materials and processes that balance cost, performance, and sustainability
  • Develop and manage packaging test plans, DOE studies, and quality metrics
  • Create and maintain packaging specifications, bill of materials, and change control documentation
  • Partner with suppliers and converters to resolve manufacturing challenges and implement process improvements
  • Drive digital packaging initiatives including 3D models, tolerancing, and design for manufacturability

Qualification

  • BS in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in packaging development or packaging engineering, preferably in consumer goods
  • Strong knowledge of packaging materials (folding cartons, laminates, plastics), converting processes, and shelf-life considerations
  • Proficient with 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo) and basic scripting for optimization is a plus
  • Experience with DOE, FMEA, and Quality System standards (ISO 9001, GMP)
  • Excellent cross-functional collaboration, communication, and project management skills
  • Ability to travel up to 15% as needed

Required Skills

packaging design product development 3D CAD DOE material selection GMP LEAN quality control

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