Packaging Engineering/Sr. Packaging Engineering Technologist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Packaging Engineering/Sr. Packaging Engineering Technologist to oversee the daily operations of our packaging testing laboratory. You will lead a team of technicians and ensure that all packaging materials and products meet the required safety, quality, and performance standards. The Packaging Engineering/Sr. Packaging Engineering Technologist will play a key role in developing testing protocols, analyzing results, and ensuring compliance with both domestic and international testing standards, including ISTA (International Safe Transit Association), ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials), ISO (International Organization for Standardization), and other relevant guidelines.

This is an onsite role based out of our Eagan, MN office.

What's in it For You

• The opportunity to promote our organization's global compliance by ensuring that our data is accurate and reliable

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth

• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

What You Will Do

• Supervise daily operations of the packaging testing laboratory, including scheduling, resource management, and workflow optimization.

• Develop, implement, and monitor testing procedures to evaluate the durability, quality, and performance of packaging materials and products.

• Ensure the laboratory follows international packaging and material testing standards such as ISTA, ASTM, ISO, and other relevant regulatory guidelines.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality Assurance, and Production to support packaging design, development, and improvement.

• Train and mentor lab technicians on testing methodologies, equipment usage, and proper safety protocols.

• Review, interpret, and analyze test results, identifying areas for improvement or non-compliance, and recommend corrective actions.

• Maintain lab equipment, ensuring proper calibration and functionality.

• Stay up to date on the latest packaging materials, technologies, and global testing standards, implementing necessary updates within the lab.

• Prepare detailed reports and documentation for internal teams and external stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the lab environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree

• Three (3) years of lab environment experience

• Experience leading a team

• Experience working with international packaging and material testing standards e.g. ISTA, ASTM, ISO

• Immigration sponsorship not available for this role

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Science or Engineering, Engineering, or Materials Science

• Three (3) years of packaging or materials lab environment experience

• Experience with UN/DOT hazardous materials testing

• Proficient in using lab equipment, data analysis software, and testing protocols related to packaging performance

• Experience in the consumer goods, medical devices, or chemical packaging, industry

• Certification or training related to international packaging standards and testing methodologies

• Experience in FDA/GMP Practices, GDP practices, ISO 9001, 17025 or general quality system management.

• Familiarity with sustainability and eco-friendly packaging materials

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

• Strong problem-solving skills with an analytical mindset

• Knowledge of packaging materials, including plastics, cardboard, and composites

Benefits

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