Associate Packaging Engineer

CookUnity is a chef-to-you marketplace connecting talented chefs with consumers, revolutionizing meal delivery. We bring small-batch, restaurant-quality meals to eaters nationwide, crafted by a diverse collective of all-star chefs. With over 100 inspired chefs from cities like NYC, LA, Austin, and more, our weekly subscription offers a wide range of hand-crafted meals to cater to various palates and dietary preferences.

As an Associate Packaging Engineer at CookUnity, you will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of innovative packaging solutions specifically tailored for ready-to-eat meals. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including culinary, product development, manufacturing, supply chain and quality assurance, to ensure that packaging designs meet all functional, aesthetic, cost and regulatory requirements. Your role will involve hands-on testing, analysis, and optimization of packaging materials and components to enhance meal protection, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness, with a focus on the unique needs of ready meals category.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting in the search, design, and development of packaging solutions for new and existing ready meal products
• Conducting packaging performance tests to ensure suitability, protection, and compliance with industry standards
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate packaging solutions into the ready meal development process
• Preparing and maintaining detailed packaging die-lines, designs, specifications, and documentation
• Analyzing and optimizing packaging materials to reduce costs without compromising quality
• Ensuring all packaging solutions comply with relevant regulations and standards for ready meals

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a growing company that is changing how we eat and how chefs work. You'll be part of a team dedicated to delivering high-quality, restaurant-grade meals to customers nationwide while supporting the growth and success of talented chefs.