job summary: A Senior Packaging Engineer is needed for the world's largest food and beverage company in the Hartwell, GA area. This position leads the planning, coordination, and execution of packaging process engineering functions, ensuring the optimal selection of equipment technologies for primary and secondary packaging in the production of pet foods and treats. location: Hartwell, Georgia job type: Contract salary: $49.32 - 72.84 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Provide packaging engineering process design and review for capital projectsCoordinate work with outside consultants, suppliersApply broad knowledge of standards, principles, practices in packaging specialtiesSupport continuous improvement efforts, technical assistance to operating facilitiesInvestigate, analyze problem areas, opportunities for packaging, process enhancementsApply understanding of line balancing, equipment specification, vendor coordination, testingAssist in developing/modifying department technical guidelines, standards, specificationsCommunicate, collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related fieldstrong plus: OHSA, Project Management (e.g., PMP/PMI), LEAN Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement (e.g., Six Sigma, Green/Black Belt)MUST HAVE: 5+ years of packaging equipment engineering experiencestrong experience in secondary packaging for Packing Line 3 productHands-on experience and ability to work in the field qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedEducation: Bachelors skills: PackagingQualityEngineeringTesting Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.