Ecocareers · 9 hours ago
Supplier Quality Engineer
South Plainfield, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expEcocareers is hiring Supplier Quality / Packaging Engineers to ensure compliance with the EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). This role is crucial for making sure that all packaging for EU-bound products meets regulatory, sustainability, and material compliance requirements while collaborating closely with suppliers and internal teams.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Design, review, and modify product-specific packaging for global shipment in compliance with regulatory requirements
Compile and maintain product and packaging documentation across multiple business lines
Work directly with suppliers to collect material data, compliance certificates, and declarations
Verify packaging materials contain no restricted substances and meet EU PPWR requirements
Enter and manage documentation in SAP, PLM, and related systems
Organize and support packaging tests (vibration, drop, compression, etc.)
Conduct onsite inspections at manufacturing and supplier locations as needed
Support sustainability and circularity initiatives related to packaging, transport, and logistics
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Packaging, Industrial, or related)
Minimum 2–3 years of professional engineering experience (not open to new graduates)
Experience working in a manufacturing environment
Hands-on experience working directly with supplier vendors
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Strong communication skills with the ability to represent independently at supplier sites
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe products
Willingness to travel up to 25% within the U.S
Experience with packaging engineering (materials, testing, compliance)
Familiarity with EU regulatory requirements such as: EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR / Directive 2025/40)
RoHS, FDA, or similar compliance frameworks
Experience with NX, Teamcenter, or other CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, Pro/E)
SAP experience within a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of welding symbols or basic welding technologies
Experience with large-scale or industrial packaging (e.g., creating, medical or heavy equipment)
Background in sustainability, circularity, or eco-design related to packaging
Company
Ecocareers
Ecocareers provides a specialized job search for careers that make a difference.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase