By Sandeep Goyal on Sat, 01/20/2024 - 14:31
A-Z Careers: The Opportunity in the Packaging Industry

A-Z Careers: The Opportunity in the Packaging Industry

A-Z Careers: The Opportunity in the Packaging Industry

A-Z Careers: The Opportunity in the Packaging Industry

 

Packaging plays a crucial role in nearly all industries including consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, retail, e-commerce and even the military.  The packaging industry itself is responsible for the design, production and efficient application of the packaging as well as the safe transport of contained goods.

Within each step of the end-to-end cycle are various tasks that require a spectrum of skills. In addition to preserving the quality and safety of products, the packaging industry is also responsible for enhancing distribution and brand visibility. This opens many doors for individuals looking to build a career in the packaging market.

The array of jobs well suited for an applicant can be highly dependent on their experience and area of expertise. From packaging type and materials to technological research and regulatory standards, each sector has its requirements.

In the coming decade, urbanization, population growth and changing consumer preferences will lend themselves to an increase in market size and consequently an increase in the packaging job market.

The global packaging and protective packaging market was valued at $1.0 trillion in 2021, and is projected to reach $1.5 trillion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 4.3% from 2022 to 2031.1

 

Following are key pieces of information you would require if you are looking for a job in the packaging industry:

 

Key Players:

Smurfit Kappa Group PLC, Pregis LLC, Sealed Air, Sonoco Products Company, Amcor PLC, Pro-Pac Packaging Limited, Storopack Hans Reichenecker GmbH, and International Paper.2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Areas of Opportunity

Sustainability - post-consumer resin, biodegradable packaging, compostable packaging, downgauging, lightweighting, mono-material packaging, bioplastics, bio-based materials, waste management, recycling

Smart Packaging – RFID and NFC tags, QR codes, blockchain for tracking and tamper-evident packaging

E-commerce Packaging

Food Packaging

Water-resistant Packaging3

 

A report by Mordor Intelligence on Packaging Market Size & Share Analysis suggests that Paper and Paperboard Packaging Products will witness the highest growth from 2024 to 2029 and that the Asia Pacific Packaging Market will expand significantly during this period.4

 

 

Job Market in the Packaging Industry

 

The number of active job postings in the Global Paper and Packaging Sector increased by 8.44% MoM, and increased by 11.36% since March 2023, reaching 21,466 active job postings in June 2023.5

 

Lucrative Jobs in the Packaging Industry6

  1. Director of Packaging: $130,000-$180,000
  2. Senior Packaging Engineer: $110,000-$170,000
  3. Packaging Manager: $100,000-$150,000
  4. Packaging Engineer: $80,000-$120,000
  5. Senior Designer: $70,000-$100,000
  6. Design Manager: $60,000-$90,000
  7. Brand Manager: $60,000-$85,000
  8. Marketing Manager: $55,000-$80,000

 

 

 

  1. Nikhil M, and Yerukola P. "Packaging and Protective Packaging Market Size, Share, Competitive Landscape and Trend Analysis Report by Material (Paper and Paperboard, Rigid Plastics, Flexible, Metal, Glass, Others), by Function (Cushioning, Blocking and Bracing, Void-fill, Insulation, Wrapping, Others), by Application (Food, Beverage, Healthcare, Cosmetics, Industrial, Others): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2021-2031." Allied Market Research, Report Code: A01964, December 2022, https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/packaging-and-protective-packaging….
  2. Nikhil M, and Yerukola P. "Packaging and Protective Packaging Market Size, Share, Competitive Landscape and Trend Analysis Report by Material (Paper and Paperboard, Rigid Plastics, Flexible, Metal, Glass, Others), by Function (Cushioning, Blocking and Bracing, Void-fill, Insulation, Wrapping, Others), by Application (Food, Beverage, Healthcare, Cosmetics, Industrial, Others): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2021-2031." Allied Market Research, Report Code: A01964, December 2022, https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/packaging-and-protective-packaging….
  3. Nikhil M, and Yerukola P. "Packaging and Protective Packaging Market Size, Share, Competitive Landscape and Trend Analysis Report by Material (Paper and Paperboard, Rigid Plastics, Flexible, Metal, Glass, Others), by Function (Cushioning, Blocking and Bracing, Void-fill, Insulation, Wrapping, Others), by Application (Food, Beverage, Healthcare, Cosmetics, Industrial, Others): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2021-2031." Allied Market Research, Report Code: A01964, December 2022, https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/packaging-and-protective-packaging….
  4. "Packaging Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2024 - 2029)." Mordor Intelligence, https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/global-packaging-market.
  5. "Global: Job Trends in the Paper and Packaging Sector (March 2023 - June 2023)." GlobalData, https://www.globaldata.com/data-insights/packaging/global-job-trends-in-the-paper-and-packaging-sector-2094925/.
  6. Hutcheson, Josh. "Top 15 Best Paying Jobs in Containers/Packaging." OnlineCourseing.com, https://www.onlinecourseing.com/best-paying-jobs-containers-packaging/.
  1. Product Manager: $50,000-$75,000
  2. Sales Manager: $45,500-$70,500
  3. Business Development Manager: $40,500-$60,500
  4. Account Manager: $35,500-$55,500
  5. Key Account Manager: $33,500-$53,500
  6. Field Sales Representative: $32,000-$52,000    
  7. National Accounts Representative: $30,000-$50,000
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