Packaging Engineer

Roquette

. Develop, justify, and drive implementation of HPS packaging equipment strategy and investment priorities .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeMichigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,000 - $162,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in packaging technology and systems, with a strong focus on GMP standards, operational performance, and compliance activities. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and manage complex projects in the packaging domain.

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Packaging Technology ExpertiseGMP Standards DevelopmentProject ManagementContinuous ImprovementSix Sigma Green or Black Belt

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Hard Skills

Packaging Equipment StrategyGMP StandardsPackaging Line Equipment KnowledgeRoot Cause Corrective ActionOEE MeasurementCost OptimizationRisk AssessmentProject PlanningData AnalysisPackaging Waste Reduction

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationPresentation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Six Sigma Green BeltSix Sigma Black Belt

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical ManufacturingFood ManufacturingConsumer GoodsOperational PerformanceCompliance ActivitiesManufacturing TechnologyPackaging StandardsCross-Functional CollaborationContinuous Improvement InitiativesCustomer Complaints Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, justify, and drive implementation of HPS packaging equipment strategy and investment priorities
Develop minimum expected GMP standards for packaging unit operations with quality, regulatory, operations, engineering, and manufacturing technology stakeholders
Complete site gap assessments against GMP standards and develop gap closure plans with timelines and resource requirements
Develop packaging technology documentation with equipment suppliers and site teams
Execute early Front-End Loading on packaging capital projects, including business cases and scope development
Support detailed design and lead commissioning, start-up, and RTO activities as appropriate
Analyze packaging product offerings, customer needs, packaging costs, and overall spend to optimize package types
Own operational Packaging and Packaging Waste Reduction (PPWR) compliance activities
Support product and packaging stability trials, studies, and improvement initiatives
Develop packaging technology and systems expertise as the subject matter expert
Support site operations and quality with critical packaging-related customer complaints
Benchmark packaging line operational performance and transfer best practices across facilities
Drive OEE measurement to improve production performance, facility capacity, and operating costs
Report to the HPS Global Manufacturing Technology Director within the HPS Manufacturing organization
Travel to other manufacturing plants, including internationally, typically no more than 10% of the time

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering: Mechanical, Chemical, Food, Industrial, Packaging, or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a technical field with packaging responsibility, preferably in pharma, food manufacturing, or consumer goods
Knowledge of machine safety standards and ability to lead machine safety-related risk assessments
Deep knowledge of packaging line equipment and systems
Ability to develop project plans, lead project teams, deal with ambiguity, and manage competing priorities
Ability to drive improvement within sites and across multiple sites with little direction
Root cause corrective action mindset and desire to drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity
Strong problem-solving skills, including non-CapEx and low-cost solutions
Interest in technology improvements and understanding how things work
Ability to see the big picture and think longer term
Ability to work across multiple functions and organizational levels
Ability to drive through barriers and resistance to progress projects and improvement initiatives
Excellent presentation skills and comfort around senior leadership
Six Sigma Green or Black Belt training preferred
Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship
Must be located within a commutable distance of the aligned office; relocation support is unavailable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentive compensation may be available
Personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences