Packaging Engineer Jobs in Ohio
Packaging Engineer jobs in Ohio are in steady demand across the state's deep manufacturing base, with openings concentrated in food and beverage processing, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, and automotive components at levels from entry-level to senior principal. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor the majority of hiring activity, with major employers like Procter and Gamble, Nestle USA, and Sherwin-Williams maintaining long-term packaging engineering teams in Ohio. The most sought-after specialties in the state are sustainable packaging design, structural packaging development, and regulatory compliance for food-contact materials. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.
Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.
Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Sr. Packaging Engineer
What you will do
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. This position reports into the Packaging Engineering group under Combination Product Operations (CPO) in Amgen Ohio (AOH). The position will support global supply, new product introductions, partnerships/acquisitions and combination products. This position applies physics, engineering and chemistry principles coupled with advanced and diverse materials science understanding and principles to assist in the evaluation, design, qualification and implementation of packaging components and the associated systems such as documentation, equipment and processes. A knowledge of common materials used in pharmaceutical packaging is key to this role. This role will support Amgen’s manufacturing network by applying broad knowledge of pharmaceutical packaging operations, equipment, devices, and materials to develop the industry’s best combination product assembly and packaging processes. Understanding of packaging manufacturing equipment and processes and how materials interact with these are essential to the position. The job will require both planning and technical support of complex projects supporting a new site start-up. This role will be responsible for planning and coordinating projects to ensure on-time completion, establish priorities, report project status updates, and manage project dashboards for the Secondary Packaging Engineering team. This role will have some entry level management potential and the successful candidate will also apply excellent organizational, project management, technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal) skills, with the ability to work in teams and adapt to a rapidly changing environment. Project Management experience supporting implementation of commercial packaging configurations is preferred. Candidate must possess extensive knowledge and expertise in the use of project management methodologies and tools.
Responsibilities:
This position is responsible and accountable for the following:
- Provide technical support for secondary packaging materials and processes, and share expertise with cross-functional teams.
- Evaluate, recommend, and select secondary packaging materials for pharmaceutical products.
- Assess complex material and process problems, identify root causes, and recommend and implement solutions.
- Write test protocols and technical specifications; perform technical evaluations and prepare assessment reports to support the use of selected materials.
- Plan and support packaging trials and characterization, including defining objectives, test materials and quantities, acceptance criteria, and documentation needs.
- Support technology transfer of packaging components and processes from clinical to commercial use or from site to site.
- Manage assigned projects and help coordinate the work of entry-level engineers and contingent workers. Set clear expectations, track responsibilities and due dates, and provide technical guidance.
- Set priorities and monitor project milestones, risks, and deliverables to keep work on schedule and meet quality expectations.
- Lead and present new packaging ideas, concepts, and designs to the Product Development team; represent FPA and Final Product Technologies, as required.
- Ensure work follows cGMP, regulatory, site, and safety requirements. Support change controls in partnership with Quality Assurance and Regulatory, and participate in Pre-Approval Inspections (PAIs) or interact with regulatory bodies as needed.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Research, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Manufacturing, Regulatory, and Process Development, across pre-commercial and commercial activities.
- Use data and feedback to identify trends, explain technical issues clearly, and recommend improvements to packaging processes.
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our outstanding contributions to serve patients. The dynamic professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Doctorate degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field
Or
Master’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field & 2 years of Packaging Engineering experience
Or
Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field & 4 years of Packaging Engineering experience
Or
Associate’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field & 8 years of Packaging Engineering experience
Or
High school diploma / GED & 10 years of Packaging Engineering experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Pharmacology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field
- 7+ years of packaging engineering experience with 4+ years within the Pharma/Bio industry
Demonstrated Competencies/Skills:
- Leading technical teams
- Independent thinker with demonstrated skills working in teams or leading technical project teams
- Strong Interpersonal and communication skills
- Project management
- Ability to manage competing priorities
What you can expect from us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:
- A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental & vision coverage, and life & disability insurance
- A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
- Stock-based long-term incentives
- Award-winning time-off plans
- Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.
and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.
careers.amgen.com
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities, consistent with legal requirements. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.
Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.
Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Sr. Packaging Engineer
What you will do
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. This position reports into the Packaging Engineering group under Combination Product Operations (CPO) in Amgen Ohio (AOH). The position will support global supply, new product introductions, partnerships/acquisitions and combination products. This position applies physics, engineering and chemistry principles coupled with advanced and diverse materials science understanding and principles to assist in the evaluation, design, qualification and implementation of packaging components and the associated systems such as documentation, equipment and processes. A knowledge of common materials used in pharmaceutical packaging is key to this role. This role will support Amgen’s manufacturing network by applying broad knowledge of pharmaceutical packaging operations, equipment, devices, and materials to develop the industry’s best combination product assembly and packaging processes. Understanding of packaging manufacturing equipment and processes and how materials interact with these are essential to the position. The job will require both planning and technical support of complex projects supporting a new site start-up. This role will be responsible for planning and coordinating projects to ensure on-time completion, establish priorities, report project status updates, and manage project dashboards for the Secondary Packaging Engineering team. This role will have some entry level management potential and the successful candidate will also apply excellent organizational, project management, technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal) skills, with the ability to work in teams and adapt to a rapidly changing environment. Project Management experience supporting implementation of commercial packaging configurations is preferred. Candidate must possess extensive knowledge and expertise in the use of project management methodologies and tools.
Responsibilities:
This position is responsible and accountable for the following:
- Provide technical support for secondary packaging materials and processes, and share expertise with cross-functional teams.
- Evaluate, recommend, and select secondary packaging materials for pharmaceutical products.
- Assess complex material and process problems, identify root causes, and recommend and implement solutions.
- Write test protocols and technical specifications; perform technical evaluations and prepare assessment reports to support the use of selected materials.
- Plan and support packaging trials and characterization, including defining objectives, test materials and quantities, acceptance criteria, and documentation needs.
- Support technology transfer of packaging components and processes from clinical to commercial use or from site to site.
- Manage assigned projects and help coordinate the work of entry-level engineers and contingent workers. Set clear expectations, track responsibilities and due dates, and provide technical guidance.
- Set priorities and monitor project milestones, risks, and deliverables to keep work on schedule and meet quality expectations.
- Lead and present new packaging ideas, concepts, and designs to the Product Development team; represent FPA and Final Product Technologies, as required.
- Ensure work follows cGMP, regulatory, site, and safety requirements. Support change controls in partnership with Quality Assurance and Regulatory, and participate in Pre-Approval Inspections (PAIs) or interact with regulatory bodies as needed.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Research, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Manufacturing, Regulatory, and Process Development, across pre-commercial and commercial activities.
- Use data and feedback to identify trends, explain technical issues clearly, and recommend improvements to packaging processes.
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our outstanding contributions to serve patients. The dynamic professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Doctorate degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field
Or
Master’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field & 2 years of Packaging Engineering experience
Or
Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field & 4 years of Packaging Engineering experience
Or
Associate’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field & 8 years of Packaging Engineering experience
Or
High school diploma / GED & 10 years of Packaging Engineering experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Pharmacology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field
- 7+ years of packaging engineering experience with 4+ years within the Pharma/Bio industry
Demonstrated Competencies/Skills:
- Leading technical teams
- Independent thinker with demonstrated skills working in teams or leading technical project teams
- Strong Interpersonal and communication skills
- Project management
- Ability to manage competing priorities
What you can expect from us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:
- A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental & vision coverage, and life & disability insurance
- A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
- Stock-based long-term incentives
- Award-winning time-off plans
- Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.
and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.
careers.amgen.com
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities, consistent with legal requirements. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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Packaging Engineer Job Market in Ohio
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
- Manufacturing
- Electronics & Hardware
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in packaging engineer jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in packaging science, mechanical engineering, or a closely related engineering field
- Proficiency in CAD software and packaging design tools for structural and graphics development
- Experience with packaging materials including corrugated, plastics, glass, and flexible formats
- Familiarity with FDA, ASTM, and ISTA testing standards for packaging performance and compliance
- Ability to manage packaging line qualifications, trials, and cross-functional project teams
- Knowledge of sustainability metrics, recyclability requirements, and lifecycle assessment practices
Packaging Engineer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a packaging engineer in Ohio?
Most packaging engineer roles in Ohio require a bachelor's degree in packaging science, mechanical engineering, or industrial engineering, and Ohio does not require a state-issued license specifically for packaging engineers. Employers in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati commonly seek candidates with coursework in materials science and testing standards such as ASTM and ISTA. A Certified Packaging Professional credential from the Institute of Packaging Professionals strengthens applications considerably and is widely recognized by Ohio manufacturers.
Which companies hire packaging engineers in Ohio?
Employers hiring packaging engineers in Ohio right now include Amgen, Abbott, and Danfoss, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's dense concentration of consumer goods and food processing companies means packaging engineering demand stays consistent year-round across both large multinationals and regional contract manufacturers.
Which Ohio cities have the most packaging engineer jobs?
Wooster, Columbus, and Cincinnati lead for packaging engineer openings in Ohio. Columbus draws volume from food and pharmaceutical companies headquartered or with major facilities in central Ohio, Cincinnati benefits from Procter and Gamble's global packaging operations, and Cleveland's industrial manufacturing corridor supports steady demand from consumer goods and healthcare packaging employers across the northeast quadrant of the state.
Are there remote packaging engineer jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Packaging engineering is largely a hands-on discipline requiring lab access, production line trials, and supplier coordination, so most roles are on-site or hybrid. About 50% of packaging engineer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and the positions most likely to offer flexibility are those focused on specifications writing, supplier management, or regulatory documentation rather than physical prototyping and testing.
How can I get hired as a packaging engineer in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to co-op or new-graduate rotational programs at large Ohio manufacturers, where companies like Procter and Gamble and Nestle USA regularly bring in candidates without professional experience. Adjacent roles such as quality technician, manufacturing process associate, or materials testing technician inside Ohio packaging plants are common lateral starting points. Completing the Certified Packaging Professional Foundation exam and building a portfolio of packaging design or test projects from coursework gives early-career candidates a concrete edge in competitive Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati markets.
Where can I find and apply to packaging engineer jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to packaging engineer jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly from the listing.
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