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The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on expertise in packaging engineering, cost analysis, and process improvement, ensuring that packaging meets standards for performance, customer experience, and production efficiency.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDesign and develop packaging solutions using appropriate materials including folding carton, plastic, film, shrink wrap, and corrugated shipping containers.\n\nAnalyze engineering drawings and product specifications to determine physical characteristics, handling requirements, and material needs.\n\nEvaluate and improve packaging performance to reduce damaged products, damaged cartons, rework, returns, replacements, and freight claims.\n\nOptimize reusable packaging systems to improve efficiency, durability, and replacement frequency, including reusable cartons and Gaylords.\n\nDevelop \"one size fits most\" packaging to reduce custom complexity, packaging SKUs, and development time.\n\nSupport warehouse and distribution projects by improving pallet layouts, stacking strength, cube utilization, stretch wrap practices, and handling efficiency.\n\nConsult with purchasing and production departments to determine costs and feasibility of proposed packaging designs.\n\nDevelop prototypes, specifications, samples, and written analyses of proposed packaging for design approval.\n\nManage packaging development projects, estimating timelines, identifying risks, and driving execution to meet deadlines and cost targets.\n\nAdvise on efficient packing procedures, innovations in packaging materials, and utilization of sealing and fastening devices.\n\nSupport new packaging launches, cost reduction initiatives, and quality improvements.\n\nBuild and maintain relationships with packaging vendors and suppliers, evaluate vendor capabilities, negotiate specifications, and ensure timely delivery of materials and prototypes.\n\nQualifications & Experience\n\nBachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.\n\n3–7 years of experience in packaging engineering, preferably in a manufacturing environment.\n\nKnowledge of packaging materials including corrugated, folding carton, plastic, film, and shrink wrap.\n\nExperience with packaging design for retail, e-commerce (Amazon), and distribution channels.\n\nKnowledge of packaging standards and testing protocols, including ISTA, and ASTM.\n\nProficiency in 3D CAD software and/or packaging design tools.\n\nFamiliarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles (preferred).\n\nProven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.\n\nStrong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.\n\nExcellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and influence outcomes.\n\nSuccess Metrics\n\nTechnical expertise in packaging design and material selection.\n\nMeasurable reduction in packaging‑related damage, claims, and rework.\n\nEffective project management and ability to meet deadlines.\n\nStrong teamwork and leadership in cross‑functional environments.\n\nClear and concise communication across engineering, manufacturing, and management teams.\n\nThis position will have the ability to be hybrid at the manager’s discretion.\n\nFLSA Status\nExempt\n\nWhat are the perks?\n\n401k with Employer Match\n\nCompany Paid Life & Disability Insurance\n\nAdoption Assistance\n\nMedical, Dental and Vision\n\nEmployee Discount\n\n10 Paid Holidays\n\nJoin our family!\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Step2","rawCompany":"step2","city":"Streetsboro","state":"OH","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-06-23T03:20:17.242Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2112.03","title":"Manufacturing Engineers","slug":"manufacturing-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"561910","title":"Packaging and Labeling Services","slug":"packaging-and-labeling-services"},{"code":"333993","title":"Packaging Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"packaging-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"322211","title":"Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing","slug":"corrugated-and-solid-fiber-box-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Packaging Engineer","description":"Full Time Streetsboro, OH, US\n\n3 days ago Requisition ID: 1293\n\nJob Summary\nWe are seeking an experienced Packaging Engineer to lead the design, development, and optimization of packaging solutions across our product lines. 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