Packaging Engineer

Job Summary

The Packaging Engineer will be vital to the design, development, and implementation of packaging solutions that ensure product integrity, optimize costs, and support sustainability goals. The ideal candidate will collaborate cross-functionally with product development, manufacturing, logistics, and marketing teams to deliver high-quality packaging systems.

This is an onsite role based in Bulls Gap, TN

• Design and develop packaging for new and existing products, ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards
• Conduct packaging testing (e.g., drop, vibration, compression) to validate performance
• Collaborate with suppliers to source materials and evaluate packaging technologies
• Optimize packaging for cost, sustainability, and supply chain efficiency
• Work with multiple materials (Wood, Shrink Wrap, Cardboard, etc.) to develop packaging solutions
• Identify areas of process improvements and develop implementation steps with affected teams
• Create and maintain packaging specifications, drawings, and documentation
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and troubleshoot packaging-related issues in production or distribution
• Stay current with industry trends, materials, and technologies

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in packaging design and development (consumer goods, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, or similar industries preferred)
• Strong knowledge in packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and sustainability practices
• Proficiency in CAD software (Solid Works) and packaging testing protocols
• Strong project management and communication skills
• Knowledge of sustainability practices and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, ISO, ASTM)
• Experience with automation and packaging machinery
• Familiarity with Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) tools
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today. Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH 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, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.