Packaging Engineer - Hardlines & Furniture

Job Summary:
Design and develop packaging solutions that are safe, functional, and cost-effective. This includes conducting research, designing prototypes, and working with cross-functional teams to ensure that the packaging meets the needs of the product and the consumer.
You will also be responsible for ensuring that packaging material comply with all requirements, regulations, as well as conducting tests to ensure that the packaging can withstand the stresses of transportation and storage.
Key Roles & Responsibilities:
• Work collaboratively with cross functional partners, vendors, and production facilities to ensure packaging meets required visual form, fit, and function.
• Develop packaging that meet performance, compliance, and testing requirements with thought to space and to maximize product shipment efficiencies.
• Troubleshoot existing packaging concerns related to design, cost, timelines, and material while providing creative solutions and identify areas for improvement in packaging.
• Knowledge and awareness of market trends, processes, and industry standards
• Understanding of printing processes, application techniques, treatments, and material specifications
• Design, test packaging prototypes, and conduct packaging performance tests.
• Capability to identify and provide rationale for packaging improvement and investment needs that deliver value to the business.
• Effectively manage competing priorities, meet production deadlines, and maintain status of projects.
• Aid in sustainability efforts for greater company initiatives