Manager – Packaging Design

Circular Action Alliance

. Contribute to overarching packaging design strategy .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $118,000 - $138,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sustainable packaging design and material strategy, with a strong focus on eco-design principles, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Proficient in translating technical requirements into actionable packaging solutions that promote recyclability and circular economy outcomes.

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Sustainable Packaging DesignMaterial StrategyRegulatory SubmissionsCross-Functional CollaborationEco-Design Principles

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Hard Skills

Materials ScienceMaterials EngineeringPackaging Sustainability SolutionsRecyclabilitySource ReductionMaterial TransitionsCircular EconomyPackaging Materials KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Industry Keywords

Eco-Design StandardsEPR LawPackaging Design StrategyRecycling SystemsStakeholder EngagementBest PracticesMaterials ManagementCompostabilityInnovation TrendsProducer Performance Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to overarching packaging design strategy
Develop tools, guidance, and resources to help producers integrate eco-design principles into packaging solutions
Prepare technical regulatory submissions, including comments on proposed regulations, exemption requests, and appeals
Engage producers, industry, and end markets to explain EPR law impacts and motivate change, including through webinars
Contribute to CAA’s design-driven eco-modulation strategy and broader materials strategies for reduction, reuse, recyclability, and compostability
Engage producers, converters, reclaimers, and other stakeholders to understand system needs and inform design solutions
Develop resources translating regulatory and materials-management objectives into practical packaging design actions
Provide technical input into state-level program plans
Monitor and evaluate packaging design standards, trends, innovations, and best practices
Support material reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting strategies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate packaging design into materials management, recycling, and stewardship strategies
Contribute to eco-design tools, including eco-modulated bonus and malus incentive mechanisms
Engage packaging designers, producers, and industry stakeholders to promote eco-design best practices
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience in sustainable packaging, material design and engineering, material strategy, or circular economy roles
Strong understanding of packaging design’s role in environmental outcomes and efficient recycling systems
Strong understanding of producer performance requirements for product packaging, including product protection, shelf life, branding, marketing, and merchandising
Experience developing and implementing packaging sustainability solutions focused on recyclability, source reduction, reuse, material transitions, and circular economy outcomes
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders, including packaging designers, producers, and recyclers
Robust knowledge of packaging materials, covered material categories, and chemicals of concern
Understanding of recycling systems and end-market considerations, with ability to translate technical requirements into practical design guidance
Familiarity with industry eco-design standards and emerging sustainability trends
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail