At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

　　Consider applying here, if you want to:

　　Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.

　　Develop lasting relationships with great people.

　　Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

　　We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

　　Packaging Engineer I

　　This position is based at the Corp HQ in Diamond Bar, CA.

　　The Packaging Engineer I is responsible for the development and execution of new rigid packaging. This includes conducting trials and experiments to validate new bottle designs, materials and packaging technologies. The role entails supporting project commissioning’s either individually or collectively as a part of the packaging development team. This role will also work closely with cross functional team members to develop opportunities related to packaging, sustainability and productivity.

　　Essential Functions

　　Responsible for the development and maintenance of packaging specifications, related test methods and SOPs

　　Provide onsite support for the launch of new packaging and products

　　Travel: 50% to domestic bottling plants and/or technical trainings. This position is based at the Corp HQ in Diamond Bar, CA.

　　Support cross-departmental knowledge of packaging related best practices, root cause analysis and solutions to quality issues

　　Independently manage projects without direct supervision

　　Provide training to factory personnel on packaging tests and standards

　　Knowledge of different beverage products and processes including but not limited to: Hot fill, Cold fill, CSD, and Aseptic

　　Knowledge of various packaging component materials such as PET and HDPE along with their beverage applications

　　Knowledge of injection molding and blow molding

　　Knowledge of TOPs or CAPE software

　　Create detailed reports and presentations to present to leadership

　　Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

　　Competencies

　　Strong verbal communication skills

　　Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

　　Ability to work well in collaborative group environments

　　Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Project, and Outlook

　　Ability to read and interpret technical CAD drawings

　　Qualifications

　　Minimum Qualifications:

　　0 - 1 Years – Experience in Food & Beverage or similar manufacturing environment

　　0 - 1 Years – Experience in position

　　*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　2 Years – Experience in Food & Beverage or similar manufacturing environment

　　2 Years – Experience in position

　　2 Years – Experience managing people/projects

　　*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

　　Education

　　Minimum Required:

　　Bachelor’s Degree in Packaging Engineering/Science, Chemical Engineering, or other related field

　　Preferred:

　　Master's Degree in Packaging Engineering/Science, Chemical Engineering, or other related field

　　Typical Compensation Range

　　Pay Rate Type: Salary

　　$77,796.00 - $112,805.00 / Yearly

　　Benefits

　　https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

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　　Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit résumé to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter or, upon authorization, submit résumé into this career site to be eligible for placement fees.

　　Niagara Bottling, LLC has been family owned and operated since 1963. Niagara is a leading bottled water manufacturer in the U.S., supplying major retailers across the nation. With incredible growth over the past several years, the career possibilities at Niagara are endless!

　　Niagara’s culture is fast-paced, innovative and intensely collaborative. Our Team Members are passionate, driven and always find a way to get the job done. We work hard and play hard while staying true to our family atmosphere.

　　From competitive benefits and retirement options to educational reimbursements, ongoing training courses and exciting career advancement opportunities, at Niagara we truly take care of our Team Members.

　　We hope that you consider joining our Niagara family!

　　Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.