Job Description

Akkodis is seeking a Packaging Engineer – Greensboro, NC , for a 3- month Contract with a client in Greensboro, NC . Ideally looking for applicants with solid experience Packaging Engineer to oversee and support secondary packaging operations for liquid products.

Rate Range: $35.00 - $60.00 P/HR.The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Overview:

A leading global manufacturer in the consumer goods industry is seeking a Packaging Engineer to oversee and support secondary packaging operations for liquid products. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with cartoning, case packing, robotic systems, and vision inspection technologies in a high-speed production environment. This role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation and play a key role in optimising packaging line efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support daily operations of secondary packaging for liquid filling lines.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment such as:
• Douglas IM/CM cartoners
• Douglas CPone case packers
• Insight tray erectors
• Markem printers and coders
• Cognex camera systems
• Lantech stretch wrappers
• Mettler Toledo case checkweighers
• Support and optimise robotic systems, including tray loading cells and palletizers.
• Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to minimize downtime and maximize throughput.
• Develop and improve preventive maintenance procedures and documentation.
• Ensure equipment and processes meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in projects focused on line upgrades, efficiency improvements, and automation integration.
• Train operators and technicians on equipment operation and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Packaging Science, or a related field (preferred but not required with relevant experience).
• 3+ years of experience in packaging engineering or operations within a CPG, food/beverage, or pharmaceutical environment.
• Strong familiarity with high-speed packaging equipment and automation systems.
• Hands-on experience with robotics, vision systems, and industrial printers is highly desirable.
• Proficient in root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Prior exposure to liquids filling and secondary packaging operations.
• Experience working in GMP or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with OEE, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma principles.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities to work on innovative technologies and automation projects

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at [email protected].

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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