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Packaging Engineer

Ajulia Executive Search
Newark, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 12/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/10/2026
Are you ready for a new engineering role in a manufacturing setting? This opportunity as a Packaging Engineer offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, PTO etc. Does this position match your future career goals? Then this Packaging Engineer role could be the right fit for you. Job Summary: Prepare and maintain up-to-date Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the operation and changeover of all packaging equipment, including setup requirements and parameter adjustments. As a Packaging Engineer, You Will: Prepare SOPs for operation and changeover of packaging equipment (e.g., equipment set up, parameter changes, etc.) and keep them updated as needed. Maintenance Management Review and help in the set-up of PM for Packaging Equipment Confirm and follow up that all preventive maintenance has been performed correctly and in a timely manner. Audit PMs of packaging equipment in order to optimize them. Control inventory of parts and materials associated with packaging equipment. Work with the Sanitation Manager in developing cleaning procedures for the equipment. Regularly inspect equipment to ensure its proper cleaning before production. Train all operators and mechanics in the proper operation of the equipment. Prepare SOPs for the closing procedures of packaging equipment and train operators accordingly. Ensure the proper setting and running of equipment so packaging is always optimized. Lead and be involved in all packaging problems and troubleshooting issues. Coordinate among all concerned parties to resolve issues as efficiently as possible. Solve technical issues on package reliability, materials and assembly process (e.g. defective boxes, wrong adjustment or settings, etc.). Collaborate and maintain cross-communication with Production and Maintenance, during breakdowns. Lead and manage the Root Cause Analysis. Work with the team to develop their root cause analysis skills. Support new equipment purchases, and equipment upgrades by providing expertise in overall equipment functionality, automation, and controls. Documentation management, coordination of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and support line development. Skills and Requirements: Thorough working knowledge of all packaging equipment and its operation Solid understanding of all packaging materials, including various films and carton types In-depth technical expertise in the mechanical, electrical, and functional aspects of packaging machinery Education: Bachelor of Arts degree in an Engineering discipline Benefits: Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid Time Off Retirement plan Vision insurance Salary: $75K annually Ask for: Hersha Dwyer Job Id: 25567 Ajulia Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. We have a nationwide client base and offer services in temporary and direct hire placements. #ZR#Monster#Talroo#IHEmployment Type: Full Time

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