- 3–5 years of experience in packaging engineering within CPG, food, or manufacturing environments
- Experience working with flexible film, folding cartons, and corrugated packaging formats
- Familiarity with co-manufacturing environments and how packaging performs on production lines
- Exposure to packaging equipment (e.g., flowwrappers, cartoners) is a plus
- Experience with structural design tools and strong attention to detail in specifications and version control
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Ability to troubleshoot issues and work cross-functionally with suppliers and internal teams
- Self-starter comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Interest in growing into a more senior technical or leadership role
Company:
David creates tools to increase muscle and decrease fat. Our first product is a protein bar. More broadly, David is a platform to develop high-protein, low-calorie, blood-sugar-friendly foods that are craveable.
This is a rare opportunity to join a breakout food brand at a pivotal stage of growth. Led by CEO Peter Rahal, Cofounder and Former CEO of RXBAR, David is working to become the leading consumer food brand focused on high-protein foods in North America and beyond.
The Role:
We are seeking a Packaging Engineer to support the development, execution, and continuous improvement of packaging across our product portfolio.
As we scale across retail, e-commerce, and new product categories, packaging is a critical lever - impacting product performance, customer experience, and cost. This role will focus on owning day-to-day packaging execution, working closely with co-manufacturers and suppliers, and helping build scalable systems and processes over time.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Packaging Development & Execution
- Support development and optimization of packaging across formats including flexible film, cartons, corrugated cases, and D2C packaging
- Own dieline updates, version control, and packaging specifications to ensure accuracy and alignment across teams
- Partner with Creative to ensure packaging structures align with artwork, print requirements, and brand standards
- Assist in validating packaging performance on production lines and during transit
2. Co-Manufacturer & Supplier Coordination
- Act as a key point of contact with co-manufacturers on packaging-related execution and troubleshooting
- Coordinate with OEM equipment partners to support packaging performance on flowrappers, cartoners, and related equipment
- Help identify and resolve packaging-related production issues impacting throughput, yield, or quality
- Manage communication with packaging suppliers on timelines, specs, and sample development
3. Materials & Structural Engineering Support
- Assist in evaluating materials and structures across flexible film, cartons, and corrugated formats
- Support testing initiatives including drop tests, transit testing, and packaging validation
- Help ensure packaging is right-sized, cost-efficient, and compatible with manufacturing processes
- Maintain accurate records of packaging specs, materials, and performance data
4. D2C & Cold Chain Packaging
- Support development and execution of D2C packaging for frozen and perishable products
- Assist in coordinating cold chain testing, including shipper performance and insulation specifications
- Work cross-functionally with logistics and fulfillment teams to ensure packaging performs reliably in transit
- Help track performance and identify opportunities to improve customer experience
5. Supplier Management & Continuous Improvement
- Support supplier sourcing efforts, including gathering quotes, samples, and timelines
- Help maintain supplier documentation, pricing data, and specifications
- Identify opportunities for material efficiency, cost savings, and process improvements
- Contribute to building a more scalable and resilient packaging supply base over time
Full-time role
- Salary: $110,000 – $140,000 per year, inclusive of cash bonus based on attainment of company targets
- Company equity opportunity
- 100% covered Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
- 401(k) with 4% match
- Additional perks, such as covered gym expenses
- Substantial and required PTO
