Packaging Engineer

Location:

Herrenberg, DE, 71083

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Description Overview

This role provides package engineering support and packaging component expertise by overseeing the design, development, and maintenance of packaging standards across both company facilities and external subcontracting sites.

Scope of the Role

Develops and prepares packaging specifications, cost estimates, and rationalizations
Conducts and documents package testing for component approval or troubleshooting
Collaborates with Business Units and functional teams to support new product/package launches, promotions, and displays, and drives cost-saving initiatives
Works with Business Units to resolve packaging issues related to component quality, equipment, and line efficiencies
Provides deviation resolutions related to packaging component quality
Coordinates, conducts, and documents packaging line trials for new or improved packaging components
Manages changes and resolves or escalates project issues using red flags or scope changes
Communicates project status, issues, and potential solutions clearly to team members, managers, and directors
Participates in the selection of new equipment and/or tooling

Experience Required

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or another engineering discipline, with typically two or more years of packaging development experience in an operational environment
Thorough knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)
Ability to execute testing protocols for a wide variety of packaging components
Proven ability to work independently toward specific goals and to take initiative in identifying projects
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated commitment to customer service
Broad knowledge of methods in package design, testing, and packaging materials

Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

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Hybrid Working Approach
We love our offices and the setting they provide for in-person collaboration and celebration. But we also appreciate the opportunity to work remotely can energise you too, so we promote flexibility with the ability to work two days a week from home in many roles.

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