Packaging Engineer

Req ID: 12006

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Sloan is proud to share that we are certified as a Great Place to Work®.

At Sloan Valve Company, our culture is built on more than a century of innovation, responsibility, and purpose. Founded in 1906, Sloan helped shape the modern plumbing industry and continues to lead in water-efficient solutions. Guided by our values—family spirit, community, integrity, and innovation—we foster a culture of trust, accountability, and pride. As a fourth-generation family-owned company, our employees are driven by meaningful work that advances sustainability and supports the communities we serve.

We have recently opened a new role for Packaging Engineer based in our Franklin Park, IL headquarters and manufacturing facility. In this role you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and implementing packaging solutions that protect products, optimize supply chain efficiency, support sustainability initiatives, and enhance the customer experience. This role partners cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Distribution, Marketing, and external suppliers to develop innovative, cost-effective packaging solutions while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.

What you will do:

• Lead cross-functional packaging initiatives supporting Sales, Marketing, Product Development, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Quality, Distribution, Warehousing, and Sustainability objectives.
• Design, develop, and implement primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging solutions for new and existing products.
• Create packaging concepts, engineering drawings, specifications, and prototypes utilizing 3D CAD software.
• Develop packaging designs that improve product protection, transportation efficiency, ergonomics, manufacturability, and overall customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Distribution, Warehousing, and Regulatory teams across all company locations to identify and implement packaging improvements that reduce costs, improve warranty performance, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Maintain packaging documentation, specifications, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and related engineering records through the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process.
• Coordinate with packaging suppliers to source packaging materials, obtain quotations, evaluate alternatives, and support supplier qualification activities.
• Determine appropriate packaging validation methods based on product characteristics, transportation environments, and customer requirements.
• Conduct packaging performance testing, validation, and documentation to ensure compliance with internal standards and applicable industry testing requirements.
• Support Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) compliance through lifecycle management of packaging materials and related documentation.
• Identify and implement opportunities to reduce packaging investment, material costs, transportation expenses, and handling costs while maintaining product quality, safety, and delivery performance.
• Support new product launches by coordinating packaging development, testing, supplier readiness, and production implementation.
• Monitor industry trends, emerging packaging technologies, sustainability initiatives, and regulatory requirements to recommend continuous improvements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on packaging standardization, process optimization, and waste reduction.

What you will need:

• Bachelor's Degree in in Packaging Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3 Years Experience in packaging engineering, packaging design, or packaging development within a manufacturing environment
• Excellent project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience supporting new product development and cross-functional engineering projects.
• Familiarity with sustainability initiatives, recyclable packaging, and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software for packaging design and engineering drawings
• Understanding of packaging testing methodologies and industry standards (ISTA, ASTM, or equivalent).

Sloan is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Why you’ll love working here:

Inclusive Culture: YOU Belong at Sloan

At Sloan, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are embraced and celebrated. We proudly offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Growth Opportunities: We invest in our employees’ professional development with ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.

Innovative Projects: Be part of exciting projects that push the boundaries of technology and make a real difference in the world.

Compensation:

The compensation range for this U.S.-based position is $110,000 - $118,000 annually.

This position is eligible to participate in the company incentive plan. The terms and conditions of the company incentive plan will be provided to plan participants on an annual basis.

Our compensation range reflects our good faith estimate of what an ideal candidate can expect, but final agreed-upon compensation will always be based on the individual candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and other job-related or market factors that may prove relevant during the hiring process.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, and Vision Insurance, effective the first of the month following your hire date.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): With company contributions for most medical plan options.
• Financial Security: Basic Life, Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and Accident Insurance.
• Additional Protection: Optional Life, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Pet Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Convenient Commuter Benefits: Save on your daily commute.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Dependent Care FSA to help manage your expenses.
• Wellness Support: Employee Assistance Plan and Wellness Programs to keep you healthy and happy.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match and immediate vesting.
• Generous Time Off: Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Military Leave, Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, and other paid or unpaid state/local leaves where required.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid Work Program to support your flexibility.
• Employee Referral Program: Earn rewards for referring great talent.
• Professional Development: Tuition Reimbursement Program to help you grow your skills.
• Community and Networking: Join our Employee Business Groups and connect with colleagues.

We Are Proud Partners With the Chicago Cubs

We are a Legacy Partner of the Chicago Cubs, and we are proud to be the organization’s official water efficiency partner! Through this relationship, which includes the naming rights to Sloan Park, the Cubs’ Spring Training facility in Mesa, Arizona, we have had the opportunity to promote our brand and continue our water conservation efforts in the city of Chicago and around the world.

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For additional company information, please visit our website at www.sloan.com.

We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer.