Job Type: Full-Time, Salaried (Exempt)

Job Location: Kodiak HQ: Park City, Utah 

What will this position do? 

As the entry level Packaging Engineer at Kodiak, you will contribute to the development and improvement of our packaging systems. We are looking for self-starters with a strong desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, enhance your skills, and gain hands on experience in packaging engineering.

• Own the creation, data entry, and distribution of robust and accurate specifications, which detail critical attributes to ensure consistent material quality and packaging assembly to meet aligned performance requirements (mechanical drawings, written specifications, and process instructions)
• Conduct full system audit to ensure accuracy and completeness of packaging specifications
• Provide necessary packaging component mechanical drawings for artwork development and layout
• Determine impact of new packaging design or materials on existing and new systems at manufacturing locations
• Develop design-of-experiments/test methodologies on packaging materials and structures to determine performance attributes best suited to maintain product quality, integrity, and maximize shelf-life; clearly communicate results to stakeholders
• Coordinate and support equipment trials, innovation trials, distribution tests, etc. to validate new packaging materials and structural designs
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What are we looking for? 

• Bachelor’s degree or currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Packaging or a related field.
• Eager to learn and grow in the packaging engineering field.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
• Passion for data and learning new technologies/software.
• Hardworking, great teammate with strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Experience with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is a plus.

What else do I need to know? 

This role is based in our headquarters near the ski slopes and mountain trails of Park City, Utah. We have a hybrid schedule. We offer competitive compensation and benefits that include: 

• Health/vision/dental plans 
• 401k match 
• Relocation assistance 
• Annual performance bonus 
• A company fleet of snowboards and other equipment
• Active lifestyle allowance 
• Therapy Benefit
• All-you-can-eat flapjacks 
• Flexible vacation 
• Early-out Fridays 
• Parental leave 
• Casual dress code 
• A variety of other Kodiak-unique perks