Packaging Engineer

  •  Reference Number: 416138
  •  Posted: 10/27/2026
  •  Job Type: Contract

Our client, Packaging & Consumer Products is seeking a Packaging Engineer to join their team. As a Packaging Engineer, you will be part of the Packaging Engineering team supporting packaging category and brand initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong technical problem-solving, a detail-focused mindset, and the ability to collaborate across teams and vendors, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title:Packaging Engineer

Location:Clark, NJ

Pay Range:

What's the Job?

  • Assemble packaging prototypes for consumer testing to help validate design and performance.
  • Support the process of managing new tooling development, including coordination and key-date adherence.
  • Learn and apply how to push Division + Operations + Vendors to keep launches on track.
  • Anticipate and elevate blocking points early to help ensure deadlines and major launches are met.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and become proficient in systems related to packaging specifications & testing.

What's Needed?

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • 1–3 years of proven experience in package engineering & development desired (cosmetics, consumer goods, or related field preferred).
  • Strong PC skills, including MS Office, PowerPoint, and CAD software.
  • Expert knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite (preferred).
  • Strong understanding of the packaging production process, with meticulous attention to design details and quality.

What's in it for me?

  • Opportunity to build both technical and soft skills while supporting real packaging category and brand goals.
  • Hands-on experience assembling prototypes and supporting tooling development for upcoming launches.
  • A structured environment focused on key dates, documentation, and continuous improvement.
  • Exposure to cross-functional collaboration across Division, Operations, and external vendors.
  • Support to grow proficiency in packaging specifications and testing systems.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

  • Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • Health Savings Account
  • Health Flexible Spending Account
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Business Travel Insurance
  • 401(k), Plus Match
  • Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

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