Travel Packaging Engineer
2 weeks ago
Position: Travel Packaging Engineer
Duration: 9-month contract, potential extensions
Location: Within driving distance to Newberry, SC or Davenport, IA.
Pay Rate: Starting at $60/hr
Travel: 80-90% of the time (2-4 weeks’ notice on travel schedule & expenses are reimbursed)
Shift: M-F, 8-hour shift (*Flexible—Plant operates 24/7, must be available for 2nd or 3rd shift as needed)
Start Date: ASAP
Must Haves:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 1+ years of experience as a Packaging Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, or Quality Engineer.
- Proven background in the food and beverage or related industry.
- Strong problem-solving skills—must be familiar with a problem-solving methodology (8D, CAPA, 5 Why’s, etc.).
- Demonstrated attention to detail when it comes to defect identification and issue management.
- Excellent communication skills—both written and oral to alert the team of defects as they arise.
Plusses:
- Experience with thermoforming.
- Experience with rigid or flexible plastics.
- Experience with primary food packages.
Insight Global is seeking a temporary Traveling Packaging Engineer to support an established food and beverage company out of the Chicagoland area. This individual will support a packaging project for one of the company’s meat product lines. They will be tasked with packaging quality control and specification management across 2 plant locations (Newberry, SC and Davenport, IA).
Day to Day:
Inspection and Quality Control:
- Conduct regular inspections of packaging lines to identify defects such as leaks, improper sealing, or incorrect labeling.
- Use various testing methods and equipment to ensure packaging meets industry standards and regulations.
Data Collection and Analysis:
- Collect data on packaging defects and analyze trends to identify recurring issues.
- Prepare detailed reports on findings and recommend corrective actions.
Collaboration with Plant & Corporate Teams:
- Work closely with plant managers, quality control teams, and production staff to address packaging issues.
- Provide training and guidance on best practices for packaging to minimize defects.
- Report findings to corporate team.
Implementation of Solutions:
- Develop and implement solutions to packaging problems, including adjustments to machinery or changes in materials.
- Monitor the effectiveness of implemented solutions and make further adjustments as needed.
Compliance and Documentation:
- Ensure all packaging processes comply with food safety regulations and company standards.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, defects, and corrective actions taken.
Travel and Coordination:
- Travel between multiple manufacturing plants as required, coordinating visits and inspections.
- Manage travel schedules and logistics to ensure efficient use of time and resources.
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