Role & responsibilities

Design & Development:

- Design and develop creative returnable packaging concepts to support logistics and supply chain efficiency.
- Analyze and optimize existing packaging solutions for cost-effectiveness, durability, and sustainability.
- Collaborate with material suppliers to source cost-effective and environmentally friendly packaging materials.
- Work closely with product designers to ensure packaging meets product requirements and functional needs.
- Conduct testing and validation of new and existing packaging designs to ensure quality and compliance with standards.
- Establish packaging and manufacturing specifications at the part-number level for new product introductions.
- Evaluate vendor prototypes and provide constructive feedback or suggest alternative solutions.

Documentation & Compliance:

- Prepare and maintain packaging documentation, including RPK (Returnable Packaging Kit) checklists and SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for packing sequences.
- Validate packaging tests and inspection plans to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date packaging specifications and procedural documents.
- Share finalized packaging documents and instructions with the Operations team.

Collaboration & Coordination:

- Lead and coordinate design efforts with internal teams and external vendors to develop optimal packaging solutions.




- Review and resolve packaging-related issues with suppliers, factories, service providers, and vendors.
- Stay updated on the latest packaging technologies, trends, and industry innovations.

Cost Estimation & Reduction:

- Perform cost analysis of existing packaging processes and recommend improvements.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction across the supply chain through packaging design or material changes.
- Prepare Bills of Material (BOM) with cost estimates and suggest alternatives to customers or internal stakeholders.

Reporting & Strategic Input:

- Provide weekly and monthly reports on packaging activities, improvements, and cost savings.
- Advise senior management on packaging trends, strategic improvements, and innovative solutions.

Preferred candidate profile

- Education: Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Packaging Technology, Industrial Design, or a related field.
- Experience: 3-8 years of relevant experience in returnable or industrial packaging design and development.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficient in Solidworks.

Perks and benefits

- Competitive salary package based on experience and industry standards.
- Performance-based incentives and annual bonuses.
- Provident Fund (PF), ESI, and other statutory benefits.
- Health and accident insurance coverage.
- Opportunities for professional growth, training, and skill development.
- Flexible working hours and supportive work environment.

📌 Packaging Design Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 Ipscom Returnable
📍 Chennai