Packaging Engineer - Flint Area

We partner with organizations in the Flint area that seek Packaging Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

• →Evaluate materials for cost, durability, and shipping performance.
• →Create packaging specifications and drawings for suppliers.
• →Investigate damage complaints and identify root causes.
• →Coordinate with suppliers on samples, timelines, and changes.
• →Support line trials during product launches and scale-ups.
• →Maintain packaging documentation and update specs as needed.
• →Design and test packaging for new and existing products.
• →Run packaging trials on production lines and document results.

• Ability to read and create technical drawings and specifications.
• Hands-on experience with production line trials.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of shipping and distribution testing standards.
• Bachelor's degree in packaging, mechanical, or industrial engineering.
• Experience with packaging materials such as corrugate, film, and foam.

• Experience with automated packaging equipment.
• Familiarity with sustainable or recyclable material options.
• Knowledge of pallet design and load optimization.
• Experience in food, beverage, or consumer goods manufacturing.
• Certification or training in packaging or logistics.

Packaging Specialist, Packaging Technologist, Product Packaging Engineer, Materials and Packaging Engineer, Packaging Project Engineer, Packaging Systems Engineer, Packaging Development Engineer, Packaging Design Engineer

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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.