Sr. Packaging Engineer

Ferrara · United States

Work Location: ​Orangeburg​ Due to the highly interactive nature of this manufacturing position, in-person attendance and flexibility are essential for supporting production schedules, effective communication and collaboration, real-time problem solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives. Want to make an impact? We are seeking an experienced Senior Packaging Engineer to play a critical role in the planning, design, and start-up of a new greenfield manufacturing facility. This position will lead packaging development from early concept through commercial launch, ensuring packaging solutions are scalable, sustainable, compliant, and ready for high-volume production. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguous environments, has hands-on experience launching new sites or production lines, and can bridge strategic design with factory-floor execution. Role will be based in South Carolina. Individual should be willing to travel up to 20% of the time Ways you will make a difference

• Lead packaging engineering activities for a new manufacturing site, from early-phase design through start-up, ramp-up and continued operational improvement
• Define packaging system requirements aligned with manufacturing strategy, supply chain, quality, and commercialization timelines
• Partner with Operations and Facilities on line layout, ergonomics, and throughput optimization
• Assist Project Engineering team to evaluate and select packaging equipment, automation, and tooling
• Help facilitate FATs, SATs, commissioning, and qualification of new packaging lines
• Troubleshoot startup issues and drive rapid stabilization post-launch Design and industrialize primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging systems
• Ensure packaging meets product protection, regulatory, sustainability, and cost objectives
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to translate requirements into manufacturable solutions
• Approve packaging specifications, drawings, and change documentation
• Serve as packaging engineering lead across Operations, Quality, R&D, Supply Chain, Procurement, and external suppliers
• Support risk assessments, validation, and quality readiness activities
• Lead and support continuous improvement efforts to drive best in class performance
• Integrate sustainability considerations (material reduction, recyclability, waste reduction) into packaging designs
• Ensure compliance with internal standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines
• Support audits and continuous improvement initiatives post-launch

• Strong knowledge of packaging equipment, automation, and material specifications
• Experience working directly on the manufacturing floor during installation, qualification and startup
• Proficiency with packaging specifications, and technical documentation
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Strength in both oral and written presentation skills are a prerequisite to success
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• General knowledge of G.M.P.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with all levels of the organization, including senior leadership.

• BS degree in Packaging Engineering/Science discipline
• 5+ years’ experience
• Experience with TOPS or CAPE Shipper/Palletization software
• Experience with SAP and skilled with Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook, Access)