Packaging Engineer

Packaging Engineer – Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions

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Cadrex is searching for a Packaging Engineer who will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and implementing packaging solutions that ensure the safe, efficient, and cost‑effective handling of products through manufacturing, distribution, and final delivery. This role requires collaboration across design, production, quality, logistics, and suppliers to optimize packaging performance while meeting sustainability and regulatory requirements.

• Design and develop packaging for new and existing products, including primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging
• Conduct performance testing (drop, vibration, environmental, etc.) to ensure packaging integrity and compliance with specifications
• Evaluate packaging materials and technologies to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and support sustainability initiatives
• Collaborate with product design, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure packaging supports production and logistics requirements
• Create detailed packaging drawings, specifications, and documentation using CAD and PLM systems
• Work with suppliers to source, qualify, and validate packaging materials and processes
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to packaging line efficiency, waste reduction, and ergonomics
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., ISTA, ASTM, DOT, FDA, ISO) and customer‑specific requirements
• Conduct root cause analysis for packaging‑related quality or logistics issues and implement corrective actions
• Prepare and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and cost analyses for packaging components

• 3+ years of experience in packaging design, testing, and validation in a manufacturing or distribution environment preferred
• Hands‑on experience with packaging materials such as corrugated, foam, films, plastics, and metals
• Experience with CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, Artios
  
  CAD) and testing protocols (ISTA, ASTM)
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and DFMA (Design for Manufacture and Assembly) is a plus
• Familiarity with sustainability standards, recyclability, and lifecycle cost analysis preferred
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration abilities
• Detail‑oriented with strong project management skills
• Ability to balance cost, performance, and sustainability in packaging solutions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant engineering tools

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred

• Remote

• M‑F

• Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer‑paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full‑time employees

CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey, Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in‑house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights‑out manufacturing capabilities for mid‑to‑high‑volume production.

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Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.