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Talking Rain Beverage Company® · 3 days ago
Associate Packaging Engineer
Preston, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$85K/yr - $105K/yr
2+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Assist in the design and development of innovative packaging solutions for new and existing products.
Create and update packaging specifications, drawings, and prototypes.
Collaborate with marketing, production, and quality teams to ensure packaging meets functional, aesthetic, and cost requirements.
Conduct packaging tests to evaluate performance, durability, and compatibility with products.
Analyze data and make recommendations for improvements.
Work with cross-functional teams throughout product development, trials, and implementation – execute with excellence packaging projects: choice of packaging and packaging materials, processing and performance throughout shelf-life, risk assessment and contingency plans.
Provide technical support to Commercial Operation teams with packaging concepts, feasibility analysis, cost containment, manufacturability, and supplier capability.
Develop and maintain packaging specifications, stress testing, performance, integrity, shelf life testing, ship testing for new and existing packaging materials, including in-house packaging testing program and lab.
Test packaged product according to accepted industry specifications, rules, and requirements to validate cost-effectiveness, shipping stability, and structural integrity.
Bring innovative packaging concepts in-house and build prototypes with vendor partnerships.
Research into channel-specific packaging like E-comm, C-store, club, etc.
Drive sustainability initiatives by identifying opportunities to reduce packaging waste, optimize material usage, and increase recyclability or biodegradability of packaging materials.
Stay updated on packaging regulations and standards relevant to the beverage industry, ensuring that packaging designs and materials meet all regulatory requirements.
Track project progress, maintain documentation, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
Ensure food safety, quality, and SQF practices are always followed, notifying immediate manager of any food safety and/or quality issues.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualification
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Required
2+ years of packaging engineering experience, ideally in Consumer Packaged Goods. Beverage industry is a plus.
Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Technology or equivalent experience.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
Great with PowerPoint, building professional, on-brand presentations.
Proficiency in using software tools for packaging design and analysis.
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal abilities for collaboration with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
Passion for sustainability practices and trends in packaging is advantageous.
Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards in packaging and labeling.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to accommodate a flexible schedule, occasionally working evenings and weekends for special assignments.
Ability to travel up to 40% occasionally working evenings and weekends as needed for special assignments.
Preferred
Experience in the beverage industry.
Curiosity and willingness to challenge the status quo.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
Knowledge of packaging regulations and standards in the beverage industry.
Benefits
Three Weeks of Vacation
Six Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Flexibility Stipend
Relocation Available
Vehicle Program
401k with Immediate Vesting
Fitness Reimbursements
Medical/Dental/Vision
Company
Talking Rain Beverage Company®
Progressive and sustainable, we're always looking at what's next.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Emilia Tauss
Vice President of Revenue Strategy Management and Planning
Rich Depencier
Chief Growth Officer
Recent News
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2024-04-06
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