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Job Title: Packaging Engineer

Job Description

As a Packaging Engineer, you will design and develop innovative packaging solutions for new and existing products, ensuring they are functional, cost-effective, and compliant with regulations. You will conduct rigorous packaging testing and validation to guarantee durability, safety, and performance during transportation and storage. Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to source materials and optimize packaging processes, supporting sustainability initiatives by identifying and implementing eco-friendly packaging alternatives. Maintain documentation and specifications for all packaging components, troubleshoot packaging issues, and provide technical support to manufacturing and quality teams. Stay informed about industry trends, materials, and technologies.

Responsibilities

+ Design and develop packaging for new and existing products ensuring functionality, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with regulations.

+ Conduct packaging testing and validation to ensure durability, safety, and performance.

+ Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to source materials and optimize packaging processes.

+ Support sustainability initiatives by identifying and implementing eco-friendly packaging alternatives.

+ Maintain documentation and specifications for all packaging components.

+ Troubleshoot packaging issues and provide technical support to manufacturing and quality teams.

+ Stay current with industry trends, materials, and technologies.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.

+ 5 years of experience in packaging design and development, preferably in the food industry.

+ Proficiency in CAD software and packaging design tools.

+ Strong understanding of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and regulatory requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with carbons and corrugated packaging is a plus.

+ Excellent problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.

Work Environment

The work environment includes approximately 400 employees at the East Hanover site, with most working a hybrid schedule (2-3 days per week onsite) or remote. Preference is for candidates to come onsite 1 day per week, but fully remote candidates may be considered if they are the right fit. The company offers free lunch for all employees and consultants Tuesday through Thursday.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.26 - $52.88/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in East Hanover,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.