Packaging Engineer - Jenison Area

We partner with manufacturers across Jenison seeking Packaging Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

• →Design, develop, and test packaging solutions for new and existing products.
• →Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and marketing, to define packaging requirements and specifications.
• →Optimize packaging designs for cost-effectiveness, sustainability, and manufacturability.
• →Conduct packaging material selection, testing, and validation to ensure product protection and compliance.
• →Develop and maintain packaging specifications, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
• →Troubleshoot packaging related issues on the production line and implement corrective actions.
• →Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and advancements in packaging technologies.

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in packaging development or engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for package design and analysis.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various packaging materials, testing methodologies, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with packaging machinery and automation.
• Strong understanding of supply chain logistics and cost optimization related to packaging.

• Experience with SolidWorks or other CAD software
• Knowledge of sustainable packaging materials and practices
• Familiarity with Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing principles
• Project management experience

Packaging Engineer, Packaging Development Engineer, Packaging Specialist, Packaging Scientist, Packaging Technologist, Product Packaging Engineer, Senior Packaging Engineer, Packaging Design Engineer, Material Science Engineer (Packaging), Supply Chain Packaging Engineer

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.