United States onlyThis position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Principal Packaging Engineer in the United States.
This role is designed for an experienced packaging professional ready to lead complex projects from concept through commercialization. You will apply deep technical expertise in PET, resins, and high-speed filling and blowing equipment to optimize packaging solutions for beverage products. The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams, global vendors, and stakeholders to drive performance, cost efficiency, and innovation. You will oversee testing and qualification protocols, provide technical guidance, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. This role offers significant influence over packaging strategy and the chance to contribute to sustainable, high-impact solutions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Accountabilities:
- Lead multiple complex packaging projects with minimal oversight, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
- Develop, execute, and analyze packaging qualification activities, authoring detailed reports.
- Drive improvement and standardization of packaging across existing and new products, focusing on performance, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability.
- Provide technical expertise for risk assessments, failure mode analysis, and problem resolution during product development.
- Maintain ongoing communication with global teams and packaging vendors to support initiatives and drive efficiency.
- Influence internal and external stakeholders to implement meaningful, lasting packaging improvements.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings or optimization in new and on-market products.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering; advanced degrees or certifications preferred.
- 10+ years of hands-on experience in beverage packaging, with subject matter expertise in PET, resins, and high-speed equipment.
- Advanced knowledge of the full packaging development and qualification process, stage gate methodology, and FDA/ISO requirements.
- Proficiency with technical drawings, specifications, MS Office/Project, and familiarity with C.A.P.E./TOPS palletization software.
- Strong project management, resource planning, and timeline development skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
- Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently across multiple initiatives.
- Willingness to travel 50–70% of the time.
Benefits
- Competitive salary range: $107,000 – $154,000.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with health savings and wellness programs.
- 401k retirement plan with generous company match.
- Paid parental leave and company-paid short-term disability insurance.
· Company-paid life insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO), sick and mental health days, and 11 company holidays.
- Employee assistance program (EAP).
- Professional development opportunities.
Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.
When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly:
- 🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
- 📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
- 🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
- 🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.
The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, it is shared directly with the company, who then manages interviews and next steps.
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