Packaging Engineer | Houghton, MI
Salary Range: $74,000 - $113,000 depending on experience
Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling as a packaging engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in the Houghton area seeking skilled Packaging Engineers.
We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.
This posting covers Packaging Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Houghton in Houghton County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Baraga, Dollar Bay, Calumet, and Atlantic Mine.
The Opportunity
We partner with manufacturers across the Houghton area seeking Packaging Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.
Usual Responsibilities
- Design and test packaging for new and existing products.
- Run packaging trials on production lines and document results.
- Evaluate materials for cost, durability, and shipping performance.
- Create packaging specifications and drawings for suppliers.
- Investigate damage complaints and identify root causes.
- Coordinate with suppliers on samples, timelines, and changes.
- Support line trials during product launches and scale-ups.
- Maintain packaging documentation and update specs as needed.
Recommended Qualifications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Working knowledge of shipping and distribution testing standards.
- Bachelor's degree in packaging, mechanical, or industrial engineering.
- Experience with packaging materials such as corrugate, film, and foam.
- Ability to read and create technical drawings and specifications.
- Hands-on experience with production line trials.
Bonus Qualifications
- Certification or training in packaging or logistics.
- Experience with automated packaging equipment.
- Familiarity with sustainable or recyclable material options.
- Knowledge of pallet design and load optimization.
- Experience in food, beverage, or consumer goods manufacturing.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Packaging Development Engineer, Packaging Design Engineer, Packaging Specialist, Packaging Technologist, Product Packaging Engineer, Materials and Packaging Engineer, Packaging Project Engineer, Packaging Systems Engineer
Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Why The Pivot Group Network
The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.