Packaging Engineer

Description:

Want to design packaging that actually runs in production? At Freshpack, you’ll turn ideas into real products on the shelf.

We have an opening for a Packaging Engineer to join our team. The Packaging Engineer is a key member of the Product Development team, responsible for the development, validation, and specification of packaging systems used in new and existing products.

Freshpack is a custom cheese packaging company that develops and innovates cheese products and packaging. Our products can be found in all 50 states and in most major retailers. Over the past 25 years, our team has grown from 15 to 280+ employees. It is an exciting time to join our team, as we are poised for substantial growth over the next 3-5 years.

Why This Role Matters

This is a hands-on engineering role where you design packaging that actually runs on real equipment, at scale, in a fast-moving food manufacturing environment.

You will take packaging from concept to production, solving real problems with materials, sealing, and performance to ensure products launch successfully and hold up in the real world.

Responsibilities

Design and develop packaging systems including:

o Cups

o Films

o Trays

o Labels

o Secondary packaging (corrugate)

Define packaging specifications including:

o Materials

o Adhesives

o Orientation

o Rewind

o Packaging BOM

Create or verify dielines and ensure packaging graphics meet equipment and structural tolerances

Lead technical collaboration with packaging suppliers on design, materials, and trials

Plan and execute packaging trials; validate seal integrity, performance, and compatibility with food products

Perform corrugate design and stack analysis to support distribution and palletization

Support scale-up and commercialization, troubleshooting packaging issues on the production floor

Identify and implement packaging cost optimization opportunities Requirements:

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Food Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience

Experience working with packaging materials and packaging systems in a manufacturing environment

Understanding of packaging materials such as plastics, films, adhesives, labels, and corrugate

Familiarity with packaging trials, validation testing, and commercialization processes

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work cross-functionally across departments

Experience with food packaging systems, particularly refrigerated or dairy products preferred

Familiarity with packaging equipment such as filling, sealing, labeling, and case packing systems preferred

Experience working with packaging suppliers and evaluating new materials or packaging technologies preferred

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit and stand for extended periods

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Schedule

Flexible around normal business hours (1st shift M-F)

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance & more!

401(k) program

Referral program

Get paid every Friday!

Compensation details: Yearly Salary

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Full Time