Packaging Engineer

Monticello, WI
Permanent
Posted: 3/23/2026 4:41:01 PM
Sedona Office: Monroe
Packaging Engineer 

Job Type: Full time - Direct Hire 
  • Flexible around normal business hours (1st shift M-F)
Location: Monticello, WI
Salary: up to $64,000 per year - depending on experience

The Packaging Engineer is a key member of the Product Development team, responsible for the design, development, validation, and specification of packaging systems for new and existing products. This role ensures packaging meets performance, regulatory, and cost requirements while supporting product integrity and customer satisfaction.


Key Responsibilities
  • Design and develop packaging systems including:
    • Cups
    • Films
    • Trays
    • Labels
    • Secondary packaging (corrugate)
  • Define packaging specifications including:
    • Materials
    • Adhesives
    • Orientation
    • Rewind
    • Packaging BOM
  • Create or verify dielines and ensure packaging graphics meet equipment and structural tolerances
  • Lead technical collaboration with packaging suppliers on design, materials, and trials
  • Plan and execute packaging trials; validate seal integrity, performance, and compatibility with food products
  • Perform corrugate design and stack analysis to support distribution and palletization
  • Support scale-up and commercialization, troubleshooting packaging issues on the production floor
  • Identify and implement packaging cost optimization opportunities  

Qualifications 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Food Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • Experience working with packaging materials and packaging systems in a manufacturing environment
  • Understanding of packaging materials such as plastics, films, adhesives, labels, and corrugate
  • Familiarity with packaging trials, validation testing, and commercialization processes
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work cross-functionally across departments
  • Experience with food packaging systems, particularly refrigerated or dairy products preferred
  • Familiarity with packaging equipment such as filling, sealing, labeling, and case packing systems preferred
  • Experience working with packaging suppliers and evaluating new materials or packaging technologies preferred

 Qualified candidates are encouraged to email a resume directly to jobs@careerpros.com for immediate consideration.

Sedona Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.