Innovation Engineer

Innovation Engineer Sustainable Fiber Packaging Innovation

Are you passionate about developing sustainable packaging solutions that make a real impact Do you enjoy solving complex material challenges working with innovative technologies and transforming ideas into commercially successful products Join ProAmpac a global leader in flexible packaging where youll help shape the future of recyclable and compostable fiber-based packaging solutions.

At ProAmpac were more than a packaging company. Were an innovative team committed to sustainability continuous improvement and helping our employees grow their careers.

Our Core Values:

• Integrity
• Intensity
• Innovation
• Involvement
• Impact

Compensation: $85000 - $110000 base salary

About the Role

We are seeking an Innovation Engineer to support the development and commercialization of sustainable flexible fiber-based packaging solutions. This role combines hands-on product development laboratory evaluation quality testing manufacturing scale-up and customer collaboration to bring innovative packaging technologies from concept to commercialization.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in fiber science papermaking paper technology packaging materials or related engineering disciplines. Youll work closely with R&D manufacturing quality commercial teams customers and suppliers to develop next-generation recyclable and compostable packaging solutions that advance ProAmpacs sustainability initiatives.

This position can be based in Cincinnati OH or Rochester NY. Travel is estimated at approximately 15-20% and may include customer visits supplier meetings manufacturing trials and trade shows.

What Youll Do

• Research develop and implement innovative sustainable fiber-based packaging platforms and technologies.
• Support new product development initiatives from laboratory concept through manufacturing scale-up and commercialization.
• Collaborate with global and national brands to develop innovative packaging solutions and identify emerging technologies.
• Partner with paper mills suppliers product development teams manufacturing quality sales and customers to evaluate materials processes and
• packaging performance.
• Apply fiber science and papermaking knowledge to improve paper performance strength and functionality.
• Support the qualification and validation of substrates development materials and manufacturing processes.
• Develop and evaluate barrier coatings and aqueous-based heat seal technologies for paper packaging applications.
• Conduct laboratory testing product evaluations manufacturing trials and customer trials.
• Provide technical support and root-cause analysis for product quality and manufacturing challenges.
• Utilize project management and cost analysis tools to drive innovation projects and support commercialization efforts.
• Support customer innovation sessions and provide technical expertise during product development discussions.
• Validate materials and processes in accordance with FDA standards and applicable industry requirements.

What You Bring

• Masters degree in Chemical Engineering Paper Science Fiber Science Materials Science Packaging Engineering or a related technical discipline; equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Strong understanding of fiber technologies papermaking processes paper performance and material development.
• Experience supporting product development projects from concept through manufacturing implementation.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes material qualification and scale-up methodologies.
• Experience with FDA requirements ISO standards or related quality systems.
• Strong project management organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers suppliers manufacturing teams technical personnel and executive leadership.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to independently assess technical challenges and develop practical solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel PowerPoint Teams and Outlook.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced collaborative innovation environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience in fiber-based flexible packaging paper packaging or sustainable packaging development.
• Experience working with paper mills or within the paper manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of fiber types additives and paper chemistry.
• Experience with aqueous-based heat seal coatings or barrier coating technologies.
• Packaging industry experience supporting commercialization and manufacturing scale-up efforts.
• Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in Fiber Science Paper Engineering Materials Science or a related discipline.
• Statistics and Statistical Process Control (SPC) training.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical dental vision life and disability coverage
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Exposure to cutting-edge sustainable packaging innovation initiatives
• Collaboration with industry-leading experts paper mills suppliers and global brands
• A culture focused on innovation sustainability and continuous improvement

If youre excited about applying your expertise in fiber science packaging innovation and product development to help create the next generation of sustainable packaging solutions wed love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of packaging with ProAmpac.

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Required Experience:

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