We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Packaging Engineering/Sr. Packaging Engineering Technologist to oversee the daily operations of our packaging testing laboratory. You will lead a team of technicians and ensure that all packaging materials and products meet the required safety, quality, and performance standards. The Packaging Engineering/Sr. Packaging Engineering Technologist will play a key role in developing testing protocols, analyzing results, and ensuring compliance with both domestic and international testing standards, including ISTA (International Safe Transit Association), ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials), ISO (International Organization for Standardization), and other relevant guidelines.

This is an onsite role based out of our Eagan, MN office.

What’s in it For You

The opportunity to promote our organization’s global compliance by ensuring that our data is accurate and reliable

The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth

The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

What You Will Do

Supervise daily operations of the packaging testing laboratory, including scheduling, resource management, and workflow optimization.

Develop, implement, and monitor testing procedures to evaluate the durability, quality, and performance of packaging materials and products.

Ensure the laboratory follows international packaging and material testing standards such as ISTA, ASTM, ISO, and other relevant regulatory guidelines.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality Assurance, and Production to support packaging design, development, and improvement.

Train and mentor lab technicians on testing methodologies, equipment usage, and proper safety protocols.

Review, interpret, and analyze test results, identifying areas for improvement or non-compliance, and recommend corrective actions.

Maintain lab equipment, ensuring proper calibration and functionality.

Stay up to date on the latest packaging materials, technologies, and global testing standards, implementing necessary updates within the lab.

Prepare detailed reports and documentation for internal teams and external stakeholders.

Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the lab environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree

Three (3) years of lab environment experience

Experience leading a team

Experience working with international packaging and material testing standards e.g. ISTA, ASTM, ISO

Immigration sponsorship not available for this role

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Science or Engineering, Engineering, or Materials Science

Three (3) years of packaging or materials lab environment experience

Experience with UN/DOT hazardous materials testing

Proficient in using lab equipment, data analysis software, and testing protocols related to packaging performance

Experience in the consumer goods, medical devices, or chemical packaging, industry

Certification or training related to international packaging standards and testing methodologies

Experience in FDA/GMP Practices, GDP practices, ISO 9001, 17025 or general quality system management.

Familiarity with sustainability and eco-friendly packaging materials

Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Strong problem-solving skills with an analytical mindset

Knowledge of packaging materials, including plastics, cardboard, and composites

Benefits 

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits. 

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Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.  

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.