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Almo Corporation · 23 hours ago

Senior Packaging Engineer

Reno, NV

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Almo Corporation is seeking a Senior Packaging Engineer to develop and implement packaging solutions that enhance efficiency across distribution operations. The role involves leading cross-functional projects and collaborating with vendors to ensure compliance with packaging requirements.

Consumer ElectronicsElectronics

Hiring Manager

Ahmed Rifai, SHRM-CP

Responsibilities

Develop and implement packaging solutions and standards that optimize safety, cost, and efficiency across multiple distribution centers

Apply ISTA standards and test procedures to create certified and OEM packaging solutions

Partner with product vendors and contract manufacturers to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory packaging requirements

Lead cross-functional packaging projects that drive continuous improvement in throughput, labor efficiency, and sustainability

Lead or support multi-site engineering and packaging initiatives from concept to execution, coordinating with operations, procurement, and supply chain teams

Develop project timelines, milestones, and communication plans to ensure on-time delivery of results

Identify and champion opportunities to improve distribution packaging performance, process flow, and automation readiness

Serve as a key liaison between Distribution Engineering, Operations, and external packaging suppliers

Collaborate with customers and operations teams to identify and resolve packaging-related damage, defects, or process issues

Develop corrective action plans with vendors to drive measurable performance improvement

Support implementation of data-driven process improvements within distribution operations

Develop and maintain detailed specifications for shipping materials, packaging supplies, and related equipment

Manage competitive bid processes, including bid document preparation, evaluation of proposals, and vendor selection

Partner with Procurement to drive strategic sourcing decisions and manage supplier performance metrics

Analyze operational data and market trends to inform sourcing strategies, packaging design improvements, and cost optimization opportunities

Develop and maintain documentation and reporting to support purchasing, compliance, and EPR-related activities

Perform other duties as assigned that may extend beyond packaging scope, supporting broader engineering initiatives across the network

Qualification

Packaging EngineeringVendor ManagementISTA StandardsProject ManagementEPR ReportingData AnalysisMS Office SuiteSourcing & ProcurementCross-Functional CollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication Skills

Required

B.S. Packaging or Industrial Engineering required

Five to seven years of package engineering experience and five to seven years of other engineering experience. Industrial engineering preferred, but Mechanical engineering considered also

Experience with ISTA standards and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) reporting is strongly preferred

Preferred experience is the packaging of heavy and bulky products, ecommerce design and knowledge of a broad range of distribution systems

Experience with ecommerce, parcel and LTL processes are a plus

Experienced in using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Access) in routine work

Competency using packaging-related computer software expected

Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, and correspondence

Ability to write complex correspondence and to effectively present information in one-on-one or small group situations to vendors, customers, and employees of the organization

4-6 years of related experience developing primary and secondary packaging solutions, preferably consumer packaged goods, utilizing sustainable materials and construction

History of leading large-scale packaging launches from concept to commercialization

Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) from four-year college or university

Highly capable and experienced in using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Access) in routine work

Experience using AS400 preferred