Assistant Packaging Engineer

Assistant Packaging Engineer A&F Trading Co. - 3.5 Columbus, OH Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Project team coordination Communication with suppliers Project engineering Tooling Design file preparation for print Production color matching Purchase order management Collaboration with product development teams Bachelor's degree in engineering Production validation processes Packaging Print quality checks Vendor relationship management Vendor communication Collaboration with manufacturing teams Engineering product development Design for manufacturability (DFM) Managing projects Packaging design Engineering functional testing 1 year Sustainability report Production documentation Communication skills Product design documentation Project scheduling Entry level Cross-functional communication Progress tracking (project management tasks) Product lifecycle management

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Assistant Packaging Engineer The Assistant Packaging Engineer will support the design, development, and production of packaging across footwear, apparel, and accessories. This role blends foundational packaging engineering knowledge with hands-on project coordination, contributing to packaging solutions that align with design intent while meeting production and quality standards. Under the direction of the Trims and Label Director, you will partner closely with Design and Merchandising teams to help translate concepts into production-ready packaging, gaining experience in dielines, material selection, print production, and packaging execution across the product lifecycle. What will you be doing? Support the development of packaging solutions that balance design intent, functionality, cost, and manufacturability Assist in creating and reviewing dielines and packaging specifications, ensuring accuracy and readiness for production Partner with Design and Merchandising teams to help bring packaging concepts to life in a production-ready format Support print production execution, including artwork setup, color consistency, and material/finish alignment Help manage packaging development timelines and milestones, tracking progress across projects Assist with purchase order (PO) tracking and production coordination, ensuring packaging stays on schedule Communicate with vendors and internal partners to support issue resolution and day-to-day execution Participate in packaging testing and validation, including durability and performance checks Support tooling and production readiness to ensure successful bulk manufacturing Maintain packaging specifications, samples, and approvals within PLM systems Contribute to maintaining material standards and documentation Assist with sustainability tracking and reporting efforts What will you need to bring? Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Production Engineering, or related field preferred 1+ years of experience or relevant internships in packaging, print production, or CPG environments preferred Basic understanding of dielines, packaging structures, and materials Exposure to print production processes and color fundamentals is a plus Strong organizational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks High attention to detail and willingness to learn technical processes Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional partners (Design, Merch, Vendors) Proactive mindset with curiosity and a willingness to grow in a fast-paced environment Company Description Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs. The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie brands and Hollister brands, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com and hollisterco.com. Learn more about A&F Co. by visiting our corporate website here.

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