A Packaging Engineer is needed for a manufacturing company considered one of the world's leading innovators in materials science. Remote work. This role designs, tests, and implements sustainable, high-performance packaging solutions for complex technical products while leading global cross-functional projects and managing supplier quality.
location: Remote, Remote
job type: Contract
salary: $48.46 - 67.85 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Designs and develops innovative packaging for glass, ceramics, and optical components using materials like corrugate and recyclable plastics.
- Leads cross-functional projects involving Commercial, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Sustainability teams.
- Builds prototypes and conducts rigorous testing to meet ISTA, ASTM, and ISO standards.
- Implements sustainable materials and practices to reduce environmental impact and meet company goals.
- Optimizes packaging designs to reduce costs, improve quality, and streamline manufacturing processes.
- Sources materials and manages relationships with vendors to ensure quality and supply chain resilience.
- Creates and maintains detailed technical documentation, including CAD drawings and specifications.
- Provides technical support for manufacturing issues and customer quality concerns related to packaging.
- Ensures global compliance with regulatory standards such as FDA, EU, and REACH.
- Proficiency with packaging design software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
- Knowledge of packaging materials (paper, plastics, glass, corrugate, etc.), manufacturing processes, and testing standards.
- Understanding of sustainability trends, recyclable/renewable materials, and regulatory considerations.
- strong project management and organizational skills; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or related field from an accredited university program is required.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in packaging engineering related roles.
- Additional certifications (i.e., CPP - Certified Packaging Professionals) is desired.
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Education: Bachelors
skills:
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: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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