Packaging Engineer Role Overview
The ideal candidate will lead embellishment initiatives, manage co-pack operations and drive packaging sustainability efforts.
* Develop and implement embellishment projects including specialty finishes, labeling and artwork development
* Collaborate with design, technical and brand teams to ensure visual excellence and packaging feasibility
* Optimize cost, quality and speed-to-market in embellishment operations
* Serve as liaison between internal stakeholders and co-packers
* Oversee readiness of packaging components, timelines and production accuracy
* Track and report co-packer performance ensuring quality and compliance
* Contribute to packaging inputs within supply planning activities
* Align packaging availability with production and launch timelines
Packaging Sustainability Initiatives
* Lead packaging sustainability initiatives aligning with company goals
* Collect, analyze and report packaging sustainability data to relevant bodies
* Implement sustainable materials across packaging formats
* Ensure packaging compliance with regulations
Required Skills and Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or related field
* 3-5 years experience in packaging preferably in FMCG or healthcare
* Understanding of embellishment techniques, co-packing operations and sustainable packaging materials
* Experience with APCO reporting requirements a plus
* Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills