Packaging Engineer

About the 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. 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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Partner with Creative to ensure packaging structures align with artwork and brand standards
• 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 and cartoners
• Evaluate materials and structures across flexible film, cartons, and corrugated formats
• Support testing initiatives including drop tests, transit testing, and packaging validation
• Support development and execution of D2C packaging for frozen and perishable products
• Identify opportunities for material efficiency, cost savings, and process improvements

Requirements

• 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 production line performance
• Experience with structural design tools and strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and work cross-functionally

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to packaging equipment such as flowwrappers or cartoners

Benefits

• Salary: $100,000 – $135,000 per year, inclusive of cash bonus
• Company equity opportunity
• 100% covered Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• 401(k) with 4% match
• Covered gym expenses
• Substantial and required PTO