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Packaging Specialist at Little Leaf Farms LLC

Little Leaf Farms LLC · McAdoo, United States Of America · Onsite

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Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and innovative Packaging Specialist to design, test, and implement packaging solutions that ensure product safety, quality, and sustainability while optimizing cost and efficiency. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally with product development, manufacturing, supply chain, and marketing teams to develop packaging that meets both technical and branding requirements. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Design and develop packaging for new and existing products, including primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging. 
  • Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, and Operations teams to understand product requirements and translate them into effective packaging designs. 
  • Conduct packaging tests (e.g., ISTA, drop, compression, shelf-life) to ensure performance under various conditions. 
  • Evaluate and select materials and vendors, ensuring compliance with regulations, sustainability goals, and cost targets. 
  • Ensure packaging designs support food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance (e.g., FDA, FSMA, USDA). 
  • Lead packaging development projects from concept through production launch. 
  • Document all packaging specifications and contribute to technical dossiers for quality and regulatory audits. 
  • Generate technical drawings, specifications, and documentation for packaging components. 
  • Analyze packaging-related issues in production or the supply chain and recommend improvements. 
  • Stay up to date with packaging trends, technologies, and regulations (e.g., FDA, ISO, sustainability guidelines). 
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce packaging waste, costs, and environmental impact. 

Requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or related field 
  • 3-5 years of experience in packaging design and development  

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:

  • Knowledge of packaging materials (plastics, paperboard, corrugate, foams, etc.) and manufacturing processes. 
  • Proficiency in design and packaging simulation tools. 
  • Familiarity with ISTA testing protocols and regulatory compliance. 
  • Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills. 
  • Experience working in food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods is a plus 
  • Understanding of sustainability and recyclable/compostable packaging design. 
  • Knowledge of automation and packaging equipment. 
  • Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement certification is a plus. 
  • Position will be based out of our PA facility with some travel required as needed  
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