Engineer I - Sustainability & Packaging Operations Analyst (Part-Time)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Engineer I – Sustainability & Packaging Operations Analyst (Part-Time)

Location: Clark, NJ (Hybrid)

Duration: 6-Month Contract

Pay Rate: $34/hour (W-2)

Schedule: Part-Time (15–20 hours per week)
Work Arrangement: Hybrid – Primarily remote with approximately one day per week onsite at the Clark, NJ office.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Engineer I – Sustainability & Packaging Operations Analyst to support sustainability and packaging operations through data analysis, reporting, and coordination of packaging-related initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in packaging engineering, sustainability, or operational data analysis who enjoy working with data and cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Track and analyze monthly sustainability and packaging KPIs.
• Extract, compile, and maintain data using Power BI and Excel.
• Prepare recurring sustainability reports and performance summaries.
• Coordinate packaging recyclability testing with internal and external partners.
• Track testing requests and maintain related documentation.
• Perform transactional data entry and system updates.
• Calculate Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) fees.
• Maintain accurate documentation supporting packaging sustainability initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Data Analytics, Sustainability, or a related technical field.
• 1–3 years of experience in packaging engineering, sustainability, or operational data analysis.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including data manipulation, pivot tables, and formulas.
• Experience extracting and analyzing data using Power BI or similar database/reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the cosmetics, consumer goods, or CPG industry.
• Familiarity with packaging sustainability initiatives and recyclability programs.
• Knowledge of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) reporting is a plus.