Senior Engineer – Packaging Execution

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• The Senior Packaging Engineer will oversee the implementation and commercialization of cutting-edge packaging solutions across primary, secondary, and tertiary formats.

• Emphasize the commissioning and validation of new packaging designs through trials and experiments to ensure successful launches of Beverage and Core products.

• Lead packaging commissioning efforts both autonomously and in partnership with cross-functional teams, including Product Engineering, Project Management, Packaging Quality, and Program Management.

• This role is hands-on and impactful, suited for an experienced engineer who is passionate about packaging development and operational excellence.

• Conduct onsite commissioning and qualification activities for packaging formats and related systems across various packaging fill processes, including Cold Fill, Hot Fill, CSD, HAA, and LAA.

• Travel as necessary to support project execution and participate in technical training opportunities – Minimum 75% to Maximum 100%.

• Manage multiple projects with varying complexity simultaneously.

• Utilize analytical tools to identify and resolve manufacturing and design-related issues.

• Gather, analyze, and present testing data to inform project decisions.

• Facilitate cross-departmental knowledge transfer of packaging-related best practices, root cause analysis, and solutions to quality challenges.

• Accurately diagnose, interpret, and communicate trial results to diverse technical and leadership audiences.

• Contribute to the creation of protocols, process workflows, training materials, and reporting.

• Exhibit functional knowledge of various packaging materials (PET, rPET, HDPE, LLDPE) and packaging processes (Injection Molding, ISBM) along with their applications in beverages.

⛳️ Requirements

• 4 Years – Experience in Packaging or other related Engineering or Manufacturing fields.

• 4 Years – Experience in Position.

• 2 Years – Experience managing people/projects.

• *Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.

• 6 Years – Experience in Packaging or other related Engineering or Manufacturing fields (Preferred).

• 6 Years – Experience in Position (Preferred).

• 4 Years – Experience managing people/projects (Preferred).

• *Experience may include a combination of work experience and education (Preferred).

• Foundational knowledge of packaging processes, including injection molding, blow molding, filling, capping, labeling, packing, and palletizing.

• Strong expertise in beverage filling processes and high-speed consumer product manufacturing.

• Project management competencies – planning, scheduling, and risk mitigation.

• Proven experience in the commissioning and qualification of packaging and related systems.

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex projects with strong time management and prioritization skills.

• Lean and Six Sigma basic training.

• Proficient in root cause analysis and technical troubleshooting.

• Comfortable working in dynamic environments with shifting priorities.

• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills.

• Collaborative team player with the ability to engage and influence at all leadership levels.

• Experience with packaging software tools (TOPS or CAPE).

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.

• Paid parental and caregiver leaves.

• Medical coverage, including virtual care options.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision coverage.

• 401(k) plan with company match.

• Health Savings Account with company match.

• Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Expanded mental wellbeing benefits, including free counseling sessions for all team members and their household family members.

• Family Building Benefits, featuring enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation, as well as adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements.

• Income protection plans, including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness, and an accident plan.

• Special discount programs for pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft protection, car rental, airport parking, etc.

• Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.

• And more!