Manufacturing Engineer - Sterling Engineering
Gloucester, MA
About the Job
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer - Packaging
Location: Gloucester, MA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel: Approximately 5%-10%
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel: Approximately 5%-10%
Target Pay Rate: $70K-$80K
Job Summary:
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer specializing in Packaging to join our team. This role is responsible for leading packaging-related projects across our business units, driving continuous improvement, and supporting new product start-ups. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, be comfortable in a manufacturing environment, and possess a creative and innovative mindset.
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer specializing in Packaging to join our team. This role is responsible for leading packaging-related projects across our business units, driving continuous improvement, and supporting new product start-ups. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, be comfortable in a manufacturing environment, and possess a creative and innovative mindset.
What You’ll Do:
- Manage all aspects of packaging projects, including design, testing, material selection, and equipment efficiency improvements.
- Lead the packaging development process from concept to execution and launch.
- Identify packaging trends and develop new concepts for retail, Club, and alternate channels.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and explore innovative processes to enhance plant operations.
- Identify and validate cost savings and sustainability opportunities.
- Collaborate with engineering groups and stakeholders to introduce new equipment and technologies.
- Partner with R&D, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Sales on projects.
- Assist in the technology transfer process to operations.
- Organize and supervise tests at production facilities.
- Provide support for new product start-ups.
What You’ll Need:
- B.S. in Mechanical, Industrial, or Packaging Engineering or a related field; some packaging experience is desirable.
- 1-3 years of relevant experience.
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment; experience in food production or other CPG environments is a plus.
- Willingness to travel as needed (approximately 5%-10%).
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and project management skills.
- Creative, innovative thinker with solid problem-solving abilities.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Source : Sterling Engineering
