Senior Packaging Engineer

Pay Rate: up to $85/hr on w2 (No C2C or 3rd parties)Location: Onsite in Summit, NJGeneral Summary: Provides technical expertise in the areas of design, development, testing and production scale-up of new packaging component and systems. Has package development knowledge or background to execute packaging work processes for packaging projects.Compiles and analyses data, identifies causes, draws conclusions and reportsManages processes and ensures that activities and project goals are achieved through engagement with the X-functional team, manufacturing sites and externally with packaging vendors.Responsible for maintaining compliance, consistency of practices and work qualityAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously involving package development, materials selection, and manufacturing process/site changes.Support manufacturing investigations, by collaborating with cross-functional teams from commercial & supply chain to execute optimization of processes, packaging materials, and constructions to enable the business innovation, GP and ESG targets.Key Responsibilities:Partner with the cross-functional team to execute package development activities with minimal supervision.Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.Demonstrates specialized knowledge, experience and skill in scientific analysisStrong project management skills, able to manage multiple priorities.Leverage digital tools such as CAD, and/or modelling & simulation in projects.Demonstrates flexibility and agility to manage conflicting priorities.Executes projects with technical rigor and translates output into specifications.Develop and drive alignment for packaging development plans with the franchise squadsKPIs:Demonstrates understanding of packaging development work process and technical strengths to independently deliver package development activities and risk assessments.Communicates (both written and verbal), to convey complex information clearly and logically.Problem-solving skills, with the ability to execute tasks independently, seeking guidance as required.Able to adapt and re-prioritize to changing priorities.5Good interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships at all levels in the organizationEducation:BS / MS in Packaging technology.Mechanical / Polymer, Plastics or Chemical EngineeringWork experience: 5+ years of new package development/Technology transfer in CPG, food, or pharmaceutical companies.Must be able to work independentlyJob Requirements Fundamentals:Packaging domain expertise Package regulation knowledge Knowledge of the external ecosystem Knowledge of digital workflows (CAD, M&S) Leading self Project Management Communication Capability