ENTRY-LEVEL PACKAGING ENGINEER

Secaucus, NJ (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=200+Plaza+Drive+Secaucus+NJ+USA+07094)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Entry-Level Packaging Engineer (Hybrid)

About Us:

At Hartz, our passion for pets inspires everything we do. For over 100 years, we've been a trusted name in pet care-creating innovative products that strengthen the bond between pets and the people who love them.

As industry leaders, we're constantly pushing what's possible to help pets live happier, healthier, and longer lives. Our diverse, talented team fuels this mission, bringing fresh ideas and genuine dedication to every project.

We're committed to an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can thrive-whether you're collaborating onsite or working in a hybrid environment. At Hartz, your contributions matter, and the impact you make extends far beyond our walls.

Join us and help shape the future of pet care-driving bold ideas and meaningful change for pets and the people who love them.

What We Offer ...

Hybrid Work Schedule: Enjoy flexibility with 3 days in-office and 2 days remote.

Pet-Friendly Culture: Bring your pet to work and enjoy a casual, inclusive environment.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Receive a generous 401(k) match with immediate vesting.

Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy up to 34 paid days off annually.

Paid Leaves: Parental leave, Bereavement leave, and Military leave.

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Healthcare FSA, and Mental Health EAP, basic Life insurance and Disability Insurance.

Tuition Reimbursement & Career Growth: Access to tuition reimbursement and other learning and development opportunities.

Employee Perks: Volunteer opportunities, fun employee events, and more!

The Role ...

Are you passionate about turning concepts into real-world, sustainable packaging solutions? We're seeking an Entry-Level Packaging Engineer that will play a key role in designing, developing, and qualifying packaging solutions for both retail and e-commerce products. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll help bring innovative packaging concepts to life-from material selection and specifications to testing and documentation.

In this foundational role, you'll support packaging solutions that are optimized for manufacturing and meet all regulatory and quality requirements. This is a great opportunity for a beginning Packaging Engineer who wants to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact on products.

This position is located at our Secaucus, NJ corporate headquarters, and has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule.

Your Responsibilities ...

Packaging Design, Materials & Testing

Develop various packaging concepts in coordination with finished products and materials used and ensure compatibility of packaging with the manufacturing operations

Create and finalize all packaging component specifications and dielines for paperboard, labels, flexible packaging, and corrugated boxes

Design basic dielines in CAD, prepare samples and confirm design with manufacturing partners

Test, analyze and select materials for packaging based on functionality, cost effectiveness and sustainability

Develop sound packaging designs by understanding the life cycle impact of packaging design and basic concepts of packing/testing regiment

Source packaging materials from domestic and international vendors and present summary to leadership

Support product development from concept phase to commercialization in partnership with cross functional teams.

Packaging Data, Documentation & Logistics

Create Bill Of Material of packaging components and maintain the respective packaging data

Create carton labeling requirements for each Bill Of Materials

Recommends pallet pattern for logistics and distribution

Quality, Compliance & Sustainability

Drive best practices in consumer satisfaction through quality improvement and value-added packaging concepts

Help ensure packaging complies with all regulations for both retail and Ecommerce

Participate in ensuring compliance with extended producer responsibilities and reporting

Requirements

You'll Need ...

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Package Engineering or a related field, such as Industrial or Mechanical Engineering

Experience: 3 to 6 months of internship experience is highly preferred

Project Management Skills : Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize deadlines

Packaging Development: Familiarity of packaging development and/or design required

CAD Technology: Experience working with 2D CAD technology; 3D CAD is a plus

Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Office Suites

Business Travel: Must be willing and able to travel both domestically and internationally (5%)

The anticipated salary range for this role is between $75,000 and $80,000. The specific salary offered will depend on the candidate's qualifications and experience for this position. This role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award.

If this sounds like a good match and you want to learn more about this exciting role, please get in touch with us today!

Hartz is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary Description

$75-80K

The Hartz Mountain Corporation

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