Sr. Packaging Engineer

Responsibilities

• Manage the conceptualization, initiation, development and implementation of new and improved packaging packages and processes including design generation, prototype development, engineering specifications, mold and machinery qualification, functionality and quality testing, and technology transfer. Must influence multi‑functional teams in these projects.
• Manage the structural design of packaging systems and packaging components, ensuring defined needs for brand equity aesthetics, consumer experience, manufacturing capability and quality are met from the project brief through design, engineering and in‑store experience.
• Standardize Petco packaging specification guidelines by brand that align to brand positioning and product price points.
• Create packaging specifications, protocols and technical reports for primary, secondary and tertiary packaging components to include printing techniques, substrates, brand colors, by vendor and brand.
• Collaborate with Packaging and Sourcing teams to establish global specifications for packages, processes, and/or equipment.
• Partner with Packaging, Product Development and Sourcing teams to ensure project meets agreed upon goals, continuously assess and communicate project results vs. goals and take corrective action when necessary.
• Build competitive advantage by identifying, evaluating, and championing technical advancements, design trends and innovations in packaging for a better brand experience.
• Partner with Quality Assurance team to validate the effective use of the packaging testing protocols with labs as well as coordinate and execute lab evaluation results, quality control procedures and test method development. Support ongoing needs in identifying packaging quality defects and driving resolution.
• Develop, justify and execute capital projects related to packaging (i.e., molds/machinery).
• Design and select primary, secondary and tertiary packaging components as needed.
• Conduct packaging ship tests and specify packaging materials to best protect consumer products during global distribution.
• Design packaging for ease of assembly from manufacturer to end‑user disassembly.
• Partner with Sourcing team to develop packaging specs for RFQs and help negotiate costs with suppliers.
• Identify and provide rationale for funds needed to successfully deliver project goals.
• Generate and present valid cost information on package/process and other pertinent financial information.

• Create/Review Standard Structural Packaging Guides
• Partner with Product Development on project scope and cost objectives
• Research current costing and other reference materials
• Conduct production meeting if needed
• Outcome:
  Engineer creates packaging spec that meets brand standards, structure, printing and costing feasibilities for vendors to build into their initial quote.

• Review vendor submitted files
• Confirm structure meets packaging specifications
• Review mockups during artwork execution
• Outcome:
  Engineer signs off on files/structures/substrates submitted by vendors, confirms final execution against final sample and final planogram placement.

Requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent in discipline related to package engineering and a minimum of 5 years related work experience in consumer products and packaged goods.

Illustrator and Acrobat, AutoCAD, Esko, Solidworks Software Experience Required.

Ability to travel 5‑20% (domestic and global) based on project needs.

Salary Range: $88,800.00 – $

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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.