Packaging Engineer
Location: 8700 Mason-Montgomery Rd, MBC Mason, Ohio 45040-9760 Duration: May 26 – Dec 21, 2026 Hours per Week: 34 Travel Requirement: 20–40%Position OverviewWe are seeking a Packaging Material Engineer to oversee and manage the complete packaging development process. This role requires strong expertise in critical path scheduling, packaging design, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration. The successful candidate will drive packaging innovation, ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements, and deliver cost-effective solutions that optimize efficiency and quality.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage the end-to-end packaging development process, including design creation, prototype development, and performance testing.Troubleshoot packaging challenges involving design, materials, and processes, providing timely and cost-effective solutions.Analyze engineering drawings and product specifications to determine packaging requirements, including handling, environmental, and safety considerations.Establish standards and guidelines for supplier evaluation; select and review packaging vendors to ensure quality and compliance.Collaborate with global suppliers, engineering, product management, operations, and sourcing teams.Participate in product introduction teams to support new product launches.Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives related to packaging materials, labor, transportation, and storage.Partner with engineering to optimize the packaging supply base for cost, lead time, quality, and compliance.Recommend and specify efficiency tools and test methods to validate packaging designs.Work closely with manufacturing to ensure packaging designs are optimized for manufacturability.Required Technical SkillsContract Project ManagementContracted Packaging EngineeringCritical Path SchedulingQualificationsProven experience in packaging engineering and project management.Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.Demonstrated success in supplier/vendor management.Excellent communication and collaboration skills across global teams.Ability to travel 20–40% as required.