Packaging Engineer I at Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. – Ontario, California

Packaging Engineer I

US-CA-Ontario

Job ID: 2026-9006
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Research & Development
Ontario (Corporate Office)

Overview

Assist with project work, from NPI to Cost savings, working closely with the lead engineer and management while also interacting daily with cross functional teams to ensure successful project completion. Assist with plant trials and packaging testing conducted for various project types. Updates required systems for material specifications, BOM’s, drawings and other critical documentation. Offer insight and ideas on new package development from design to substrate to optimize packaging.

Responsibilities

• Assist with new packaging substrates and structures to drive leading packaging designs for retail and foodservice products
• Participate in appropriate distribution testing to validate designs and strength of material
• Attend and help manage plant trials, verifying packaging works accordingly through various plant machinery
• Manage all aspects of specification development, BOM creation and document retention for packaging materials across all AFNA systems
• Begin build & manage timelines for each project ensuring deadlines are met through each project stage
• Investigate and lead cost savings efforts on packaging materials, design improvements and efficiencies within manufacturing facilities
• Establish effective professional business relationships with all cross functional teams
• Manage deadlines and artwork through development and approval

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Packaging Engineering from a recognized Packaging Program
• 0-3 years of experience in Packaging Engineering role, preferably within CPG/Food/Beverage
• Understanding of manufacturing, machinery and packaging substrates including plastics, film, corrugate and paperboard
• Basic knowledge of Packaging Engineering processes such as product life cycle, change, and an in-depth knowledge of cGMP packaging design and change management requirements
• Proficient in CAD (SolidWorks), Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, and MS Office Suite including MS Project
• Attention to detail and sense of urgency to facilitate organized, accurate and effective project launches
• Ability to handle individual projects and interact with all levels of the organization, communicating effectively
• Competent communication and presentation skills, ability to deal effectively with all levels of the organization and our suppliers
• Pay Range $73,000 - $90,000 annually. Plus, 10% annual bonus potention.
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