Packaging Engineer

We are seeking a high-performing and experienced Packaging Engineer to join a fast-paced personal care manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will take ownership of packaging design, testing, validation, and continuous improvement across cosmetic and personal care product lines.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently lead the design, development, testing, and evaluation of packaging for cosmetic and personal care products
• Manage compatibility testing between products and packaging materials to ensure shelf-life and product integrity requirements are met
• Conduct physical testing of packaging components and finished packs to assess end-user experience and prevent packaging failures
• Perform dimensional analysis of packaging and components to ensure compliance with technical specifications
• Compile detailed technical reports and approve packaging for production release
• Recommend suitable packaging materials and assess interaction with cosmetic formulations, decoration processes, and packaging technologies
• Plan, schedule, and oversee maintenance, calibration, and verification of packaging testing equipment
• Contribute to packaging redesign initiatives with a focus on sustainability and recyclability improvements
• Lead packaging trials within the manufacturing facility
• Identify and implement packaging cost-saving initiatives
• Liaise with suppliers regarding packaging-related issues
• Collaborate with suppliers to implement corrective actions for recurring packaging defects
• Drive improvements in packaging efficiency within the factory environment

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Packaging Engineering, Engineering, or related field
• Alternatively, minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment (packaging-related)
• Experience in packaging design, testing, and evaluation
• Knowledge of compatibility testing between products and packaging materials
• Ability to conduct physical and dimensional packaging testing
• Experience with shelf-life validation and product stability considerations
• Ability to manage packaging trials and production release processes
• Understanding of packaging materials, cosmetic formulations, and decoration processes

How to Apply

• Contact Hire Resolve today for your next career-changing move
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Mischa Bornman at ***email_hidden*** or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV to: [email protected]

R400 000 - R430 000 per annum

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