About this Position

We are seeking a talented Packaging Engineer to lead the development, qualification, and commercialization of packaging solutions across a variety of initiatives, including new product launches, market expansion, sustainability, and e-commerce. This role is critical in delivering high-quality packaging that meets consumer expectations while ensuring operational efficiency and scalability.

What you´ll do
- Lead the development, qualification, and commercialization of packaging solutions across growth initiatives (new products, channels, and markets), quality improvements, material sourcing, sustainability, and e-commerce.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Marketing, Innovation, Safety, Quality, and Procurement teams to identify opportunities that meet consumer and business needs.
- Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in packaging, supporting qualification and approval processes for new packaging formats, suppliers, and manufacturing locations.
- Manage packaging validation activities, including assembly, submission,



and testing to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
- Develop and drive systems and processes to align R&D; specifications with supplier quality requirements and deliverables.
- Interface with suppliers to ensure packaging components meet design and performance specifications.
- Partner with manufacturing site operations and R&D; teams to plan and implement new packaging solutions effectively.
- Proactively identify potential risks related to packaging transfers and address them early or escalate when necessary.
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
- 2–5 years of experience in packaging development and/or engineering.
- Strong knowledge of packaging design, quality systems, plant operations, and manufacturing equipment.
- Experience working cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders.
- Passion for innovation and ability t

📌 Engineer R&D Packaging LATAM (Guadalajara)
🏢 Henkel
📍 Guadalajara