Senior Packaging Engineer – R&D Packaging

Haleon

Senior Packaging Engineer focused on innovative packaging solutions within the North America R&D team. Delivering superior packaging for trusted brands in the Wellness category.

Posted 6/7/2026full-timeWarren • New Jersey, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $119,530 - $164,354 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute superior packaging solutions for the brands based on deep understanding of our consumer’s needs and competitive landscape.
Manage multiple projects with varied levels of complexity following the stage-gate process and ensure delivery on time, in budget meeting the defined success criteria.
Collaborate with cross functional teams to ideate and find creative packaging solutions for the business, create robust technical development plan and execute with excellence.
Continually develop and leverage knowledge in packaging sustainability trends, recycling technologies and recyclability guidelines.
Create specifications, reports, protocols, and other technical documentation as per relevant internal and external standards in compliance with the quality and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Packaging, Chemical, Mechanical or Industrial), or Science (Material Science, Polymer Chemistry or related fields) or relevant course of study.
At least 8 yrs of relevant primary packaging experience in FMCG or Healthcare industry, with 2-3 yrs of experience in a role leading packaging projects.
Strong technical expertise in the field of packaging materials, formats and applications with a very good understanding of emerging trends and technologies.
Project management skills
Strong communication skills to clearly express ideas and summarize complex information effectively.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous 401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement
6 months paid parental leave
Healthcare programs where the company pays for the majority of your medical coverage for you and your family
Discretionary bonus based on achievement of key business performance and other incentive/recognition programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

packaging solutionspackaging materialsrecycling technologiesrecyclability guidelinestechnical documentationproject managementstage-gate processtechnical development planemerging trendspackaging formats

Soft Skills

communication skillscollaborationcreativityproject leadershipproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in EngineeringMaster’s degree in EngineeringBachelor’s degree in ScienceMaster’s degree in Science