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Sr Packaging Engineer

Teklysium Inc. · Scranton, PAtodayverified 4 h ago

BS-level Product Development roles on Crosslinked list a median of $118k (219 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Develop, test, validate and launch packaging solutions, leveraging plastic injection molding and tooling expertise.

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Might not be for you. Packaging project and launch role, not materials R&D; requires 7+ years and 3 onsite days weekly

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Adjacent materials roleStrong expertise in plastic injection molding, mold design, and tooling; flexible packaging, paperboard, corrugated; knowledge of packaging materials, testing

Seniority
Senior
Work
Hybrid
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Experience
7+ yrs
Industry
Packaging
Role
Product Development

Role details

Company Description

Job Description

Schedule

Work from home Monday and Friday; onsite Tuesday–Thursday (required).

What the Client Is Looking For

An experienced Senior Packaging Engineer with 7+ years of experience developing and improving packaging solutions in manufacturing, food, consumer products, or related industries.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, test, validate, and launch new packaging solutions.
  • Strong expertise in plastic injection molding, mold design, and tooling.
  • Experience with flexible packaging, paperboard, corrugated packaging, and labels.
  • Manage packaging specifications, BOMs, testing, and validation.
  • Improve packaging quality, production efficiency, sustainability, and cost.
  • Work with suppliers, manufacturing, quality, and procurement teams.
  • Support packaging equipment installation, troubleshooting, and new product launches.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of packaging engineering experience.
  • Strong hands-on experience with plastic injection molding and tooling.
  • Knowledge of packaging materials, testing, and commercialization.
  • Experience with packaging optimization software such as CAPE or TOPS.
  • Familiarity with artwork management systems such as Esko WebCenter.
  • Strong project management and communication skills.

Preferred

Knowledge of FDA, FSMA, GMP, food safety, Lean Six Sigma, and sustainable packaging.

In simple terms

The client needs a senior packaging engineer who can develop and launch packaging, has strong plastic injection molding and tooling experience, and can improve packaging quality, cost, and manufacturing efficiency.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Common questions

Where is the Sr Packaging Engineer role at Teklysium Inc. based?

This role is based in Scranton, PA. Work arrangement: Hybrid.

What degree is required for the Sr Packaging Engineer role at Teklysium Inc.?

This role requires a BS.

How many years of experience does this Sr Packaging Engineer role require?

The posting calls for at least 7 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Sr Packaging Engineer role work with?

plastics, flexible packaging, paperboard, corrugated.

What techniques or methods are required for this Sr Packaging Engineer role?

packaging testing and validation.