Associate Packaging Engineer

• Provide recommendations to management on new and modified packaging options, including evaluating packaging needs; analyzing alternatives; setting specifications and standards; developing cost analyses and preparing an implementation plan to ensure the safe, convenient, cost-effective and attractive transport of goods under a variety of conditions.

• Support in the development of prototype systems and package designs by defining tasks, assessing risks, establishing parameters, identifying materials and analyzing transporting methods to prevent potential damage or contamination of shipments and to ensure compliance with GSF standards.

• Work cross-functionally and with customer to identify packaging requirements that align to internal standards and provides optimal solutions for the customer. 

• Aid in defining requirements and conducts primary and secondary packaging audits, including conducting packaging trials, setting specifications needed for incoming and finished packaging materials, and establishing pallet configurations to ensure compliance with GSF safety and quality standards and business objectives. 

• Partner with project management, operational personnel and food scientists to support commercialization of new items.

• Support the label creation process. Gather internal and external approval and maintains library of approved artwork.

• 3-6 years of relevant work experience
• Bachelor’s degree in packaging engineering from an accredited college or university

• Conduct benchmark studies of relevant packaging technologies

• Interpret packaging systems anomalies or irregularities and identify appropriate solutions

• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules.

• Apply working knowledge of mathematical concepts and scientific weights and measures.

• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

• Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.  

• Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external customers verbally and in writing

• Speak confidently and effectively before groups of customers or employees of GSF.  

• Read and process written information with a high degree of accuracy

• Work effectively in a general business environment, with focus on quality and customer service

What You'll Get

• People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.  
• Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work. 
• People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow. 
• Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.  
• Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs. 

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Golden State Foods values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every person can thrive - respected, supported, and empowered. We believe diversity, in every form, strengthens our team and our communities.