Packaging Engineer
Greensboro, NC 
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Posted 7 days ago
Job Description

Throughleadinginnovations, wehelpfarmers around the world meet thechallengeof feeding a growing population and takingcareof our planet. We are currently seeking anentry-level Packaging Engineer, 0-2yearsof experience,for the Product Technology and Engineering team in Greensboro, NC.

This position will be onsite working in Greensboro, NC, 5 days per week in the lab or office. Up to 5-10% travelrequiredto manufacturing sites or meetings domestically within the US, occasionally internationally, asneeded. What could be better than launching your career in packaging with a billion-dollar company,learningfrom packaging engineers around the world, with opportunities forgrowthand development? We have a state-of-the-art facility and certified test lab!

Sounds like your dream job? Apply now and tell us why you are so interested.

Duties:

  • Contributeto the complete packaging development process, including the creation of packaging designs, prototype development, performance testing, and regulatory compliance for agricultural chemical product registration, transportation, storage, and use.You maydevelopa variety of product packaging from large bulk to small containers for granular or liquid products, including bags, jugs, bottles, or caps according to ISTA/UN and ASTM4169 standards.
  • Provide troubleshootingsupportto adjacent supply chain functions (procurement, manufacturing, quality, etc.) to ensure asafe, user-friendlycustomerexperience.
  • Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives related to packaging materials, labor, efficiency, transportation, and storage.
  • Contributeto New Product Introduction (NPI) teams ensuring all packaging-related milestones are completed on time.
  • Expand knowledge of package technologies, materials, and testing related to the development of new packaging components.
  • Implementinnovativeandsustainablepackagingsolutionsthatmaximizeourcompetitiveadvantage andbuildbrand preference.

Company Description

As a world market leader in crop protection, we help farmers to counter these threats and ensure enough safe, nutritious, affordable food for all - while minimizing the use of land and other agricultural inputs.

Syngenta Crop Protection keeps plants safe from planting to harvesting. From the moment a seed is planted through to harvest, crops need to be protected from weeds, insects and diseases as well as droughts and floods, heat and cold.

Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Switzerland.


Qualifications

  • B.S. Packaging degree.
  • At least 1 coop or internship in packaging design for a related consumer goods or agriculture manufacturer.
  • Extensive knowledge of packaging material and design.
  • Excellentorganizationalskills,attention to detail, includingexcellentverbal, written, and interpersonalcommunication skills.
  • Ability to troubleshoot, identify root causes, and systematically resolve problems.
  • Excellentability tomanagechange, ambiguity, and prioritize effectively.
  • Goodproject managementskills to perform packaging development and meet deadlines.
  • Able to work effectively incross functionalteams, and across multiple functions.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

  • A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs
  • Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day
  • 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
  • Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits

Syngenta has been ranked as aby Science Journal.
Learn more about ourand ourmission here:

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
0 to 2 years
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