Arcadia Beverage · 4 hours ago
Packaging and Commercialization Engineer
Arden,NC,US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expArcadia Beverage is a people-first organization with over 80 years of beverage co-packing experience. The Packaging and Commercialization Engineer will lead technical execution and coordination of new product introductions and packaging evaluations, ensuring optimized packaging performance across all product lines.
Food and BeverageManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Serve as the technical lead for new product commercialization, coordinating activities across Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure readiness from formulation through first production
Manage packaging development and qualification for PET, HDPE, corrugate, and labels, including line trials, fit/form/function testing, and supplier coordination
Manage customer portals, forms, and documentation requirements to ensure accurate, timely submission of packaging and labeling information; prevent errors that could delay commercialization
Partner with customers to identify packaging requirements, guide them toward optimal solutions that align with Arcadia’s manufacturing capabilities, and document specifications for long-term reference
Lead packaging line trials to confirm manufacturability, run speeds, and quality standards
Create, maintain, and improve documentation for bottles, closures, cases, and pallet configurations, ensuring version control and accessibility across departments
Create and maintain packaging specifications, drawings, and bills of materials
Partner with marketing, regulatory, and graphics teams to ensure label accuracy and print quality compliance
Evaluate new packaging formats and materials for manufacturability, quality, sustainability, and cost effectiveness
Lead and support root cause analysis and continuous improvement for packaging-related quality and operational issues
Support development of process capability metrics and documentation for packaging systems
Support sustainability initiatives, including lightweighting, recyclability, and waste reduction
Ensure safety, quality, and food safety by following company rules and standards, enforcing the requirements, and communicating violations or concerns to the leadership team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Packaging Science, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
2–5 years of experience in packaging engineering, commercialization, or manufacturing environment (beverage or food industry preferred but not required)
Strong project management and communication skills, with ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and interact directly with customers
Working knowledge of rigid plastics (PET/HDPE), corrugate design, labeling, and palletization principles preferred but not required
Ability to interpret and apply regulatory labeling requirements (e.g., CFR, FDA) preferred but not required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP systems and digital workflow tools a plus
Preferred
Working knowledge of rigid plastics (PET/HDPE), corrugate design, labeling, and palletization principles
Ability to interpret and apply regulatory labeling requirements (e.g., CFR, FDA)
Benefits
Generous PTO & Holidays
401(K) plan available with employer match
Bonus Incentive Plan
Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Company-funded Direct Primary Care
Life & Disability Insurance
Professional development opportunities
Company
Arcadia Beverage
Arcadia Beverage produces and supplies a wide range of non-carbonated beverages and beverage solutions for retailers globally.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
David Moller
Chief Executive Officer
Laura Juarez
COO / CPO
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