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Full-time
bachelor degree
Posted 48d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Oversees all packaging test laboratory operations, including the execution of validation tests and management of lab technicians. Partners with cross-functional teams to ensure packaging quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Packaging or Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of packaging testing experience with leadership responsibilities. Must be proficient with ISTA/ASTM standards and various lab testing equipment.
Full job description
The Package Test Lab Manager oversees all operations within the packaging test laboratory, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant testing of packaging materials, components, and finished goods.
This role will lead technicians, manage testing protocols, maintains lab accreditation, and partners with cross‑functional teams to support quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. This position requires a high level of both verbal and written communication skills as interactions with customers, both internal and external will be expected daily.
Responsibilities
Lab Operations & Testing Execution
Lab Operations Management: Lead daily lab workflow, scheduling, sample intake, and resource allocation to meet testing timelines and customer commitments
Testing & Validation: Execute and oversee packaging tests (drop, vibration, compression, environmental) ensuring alignment with ISTA, ASTM, and customer specifications
Test Quality & Reporting: Review, validate, and communicate test results; ensure accuracy, consistency, and proper documentation/traceability
Cross-Functional Support: Partner with sales, packaging design, and suppliers to support product development, customer requests, and root cause analysis
Customer & Internal Enablement: Provide recommendations and insights based on testing outcomes to improve packaging performance and reduce risk
Equipment, Quality & Compliance
Equipment Oversight: Ensure proper calibration, maintenance, and validation of all lab equipment (drop testers, vibration tables, compression testers, environmental chambers)
Quality & Compliance: Maintain adherence to safety standards, testing protocols, and applicable certifications (ISTA/ASTM); support audits and resolve discrepancies
People Leadership & Lab Development
Team Leadership: Hire, coach, and develop lab technicians; set expectations and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards
Process & SOP Development: Establish and standardize testing protocols, workflows, and documentation to support scalability and consistency
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5+ years of packaging testing experience including team leadership responsibilities.
Prior experience leading a lab or technical team strongly preferred
Experience with packaging materials (corrugate, plastics, films, protective packaging)
Familiarity with lab equipment such as compression testers, vibration tables, and environmental chambers
Strong knowledge of ISTA, ASTM, Hazmat and TAPPI regulatory packaging standards.
Proven people leadership and team development experience
Shorr is your premium, full-service packaging partner. We have an unmatched ability to optimize holistic supply chain processes, differentiate brands from their competition, and accelerate customer growth. Together we can streamline your processes, increase your output, consolidate your vendor network, and innovate your packaging.
We offer innovative packaging products and equipment from industry-leading manufacturers. Product lines include corrugated, carton closure, tapes and adhesives, stretch wrap, shrink wrap, pallet unitization, flexible and protective packaging.
We specialize in packaging design, process and procurement methodologies, along with customized automated equipment solutions. Our equipment sales and service team is comprised of expert sales representatives, process engineers and skilled service technicians. Equipment lines include pallet wrappers, case formers, case sealers, shrink wrappers, workstations, bagging and strapping machines.
Other core competencies include in-depth consultative reviews along with post-purchase service and support. Shorr Packaging Corp. is geographically positioned with branches, warehouses and distribution centers strategically positioned across the country to best serve your needs.
As an employee-owned company, we value every business relationship and will do whatever it takes to ensure success.
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