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Packaging Engineer

Chicago, Illinois, USFull-time$64k–$95k2026-10-21 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Lead packaging transition projects, coordinate cross-functional activities, and execute package evaluations to support commercialization and manufacturing operations.

Role type

Mid-level packaging engineer (project execution)

Builds

Packaging solutions and transitions for multiple consumer brands

Domain

Consumer packaged goods / Manufacturing

Required skills

Packaging development, project management, cross-functional collaboration, data analysis, problem-solving, cost management, Microsoft Office

Preferred skills

Understanding of packaging materials and systems, knowledge of emerging technologies

Technologies

Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Lead packaging transition projects involving supplier and product updates; Coordinate activities across Operations, Procurement, Brand, and Quality; Execute package evaluations, plant trials, and validation; Identify opportunities for cost savings and risk reduction; Develop and maintain packaging specifications; Analyze data and communicate results to stakeholders; Troubleshoot packaging issues; Monitor industry developments.

Seniority

Associate, hands-on IC