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Entegee

Packaging Engineer

Entegee, Lafayette, Indiana, us, 47903

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This range is provided by Entegee. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range

$75,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr Relocation Assistance Provided! NO ViSA SPONSORSHIP Overview

We are seeking a

Packaging Engineer

to lead the design, development, and optimization of packaging systems across all facilities. This role ensures packaging solutions are cost-effective, compliant, functional, and aligned with our quality standards. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on technical expertise and cross-functional collaboration to drive continuous improvement across materials, logistics, and customer compliance. Packaging Design & Development Create and develop packaging designs using

CAD software , tailored to specific product requirements including size, weight, fragility, and shipping conditions. Collaborate with Technology and Project Management teams to support the

launch of new products and packaging systems , including labels and customer-specific needs. Interpret customer label specifications and work with IT and project teams to ensure proper implementation in production. Material Selection & Testing Select appropriate materials (e.g., cardboard, plastic, metal) based on product needs, durability, cost, and sustainability. Conduct

performance testing

(drop tests, vibration, environmental testing) to validate packaging effectiveness. Analyze packaging-related costs and drive

efficiency improvements

without compromising product protection. Monitor

packaging return rates

by customer to ensure contractual obligations are met. Lead initiatives to reduce waste, streamline logistics, and optimize the flow of materials between suppliers, plants, and customers. Cross-Functional Collaboration Coordinate with manufacturing, supply chain, marketing, and quality teams to align packaging with broader business objectives. Act as the

corporate point of contact

for packaging engineering, sourcing, and cost analysis across all locations. Ensure packaging complies with

regulatory standards

and environmental guidelines. Partner with the Quality team to conduct

supplier audits , develop SCARs, and maintain supplier compliance with quality standards. Drive

continuous improvement projects

related to inventory management, packaging cost reduction, damage mitigation, electronic tracking, and labeling. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Packaging Engineering

(Required) 4+ years of experience

in packaging design, development, or engineering Proficiency in

CAD software

(any platform accepted) Ability to travel occasionally as business needs require Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills Familiarity with regulatory packaging requirements and environmental standards Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.entegee.com/candidate-privacy-information-statement/ Employment details

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= Full-time Industry

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