Packaging Process Engineer Salary in Columbus, OH

How much does a Packaging Process Engineer make in Columbus, OH?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Packaging Process Engineer in Columbus, OH is $88,357. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $81,792 to $96,564, with most professionals earning between $75,816 and $104,035.

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What is a Packaging Process Engineer?

The Packaging Process Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing packaging processes and systems to ensure the efficient and effective packaging of products. This includes analyzing current packaging processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing new technologies and methodologies to optimize packaging operations. The Packaging Process Engineer also collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure that packaging meets quality, safety, and regulatory standards, and works to reduce waste and costs while improving overall efficiency. Additionally, they may be involved in troubleshooting packaging issues and providing technical support to production teams. Overall, the Packaging Process Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring that products are packaged in a way that meets both operational and customer requirements.

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What does a Packaging Process Engineer do?

Common responsibilities of a Packaging Process Engineer

Design and develop packaging processes for new products, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and efficiency requirements.

September 13, 2023

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure packaging designs and processes align with product specifications and regulatory requirements.

October 06, 2023

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance packaging processes and drive operational excellence.

October 06, 2023

Stay current with industry trends and best practices in packaging technology and process engineering.

October 10, 2023

Troubleshoot packaging process issues and implement corrective actions to ensure consistent product quality.

November 03, 2023

Identify and implement automation and technology solutions to streamline packaging processes and improve efficiency.

November 08, 2023

Conduct packaging equipment validation and qualification activities to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

November 11, 2023

Conduct feasibility studies and cost analysis for new packaging materials and technologies.

November 12, 2023

Develop and maintain packaging process documentation, including standard operating procedures and work instructions.

November 13, 2023

Optimize existing packaging processes to improve productivity, reduce waste, and minimize environmental impact.

November 26, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Packaging Process Engineer in Columbus, OH

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What is the average salary for Packaging Process Engineer in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Packaging Process Engineer in Columbus, OH. The base salary for Packaging Process Engineer ranges from $81,792 to $96,564 with the average base salary of $88,357. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $85,364 to $102,052 with the average total cash compensation of $92,392.

View Average Salary for Packaging Process Engineer as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$88,357	$81,792 - $96,564
Bonus	$4,035	$3,572 - $5,489
Total Pay	$92,392	$85,364 - $102,052

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Packaging Process Engineer Salary Near Columbus, OH

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Columbus, OH
CITY, STATE Newark, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $81,282 - $95,961	COMPARE TO Columbus, OH
CITY, STATE Springfield, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $79,077 - $93,358	COMPARE TO Columbus, OH
CITY, STATE Chillicothe, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $77,045 - $90,959	COMPARE TO Columbus, OH
CITY, STATE Mansfield, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $80,089 - $94,553	COMPARE TO Columbus, OH
CITY, STATE Dayton, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $80,801 - $95,393	COMPARE TO Columbus, OH
CITY, STATE Lima, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $78,627 - $92,827	COMPARE TO Columbus, OH

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About Columbus, Ohio

The confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers occurs just north-west of Downtown Columbus. Several smaller tributaries course through the Columbus metropolitan area, including Alum Creek, Big Walnut Creek, and Darby Creek. Columbus is considered to have relatively flat topography thanks to a large glacier that covered most of Ohio during the Wisconsin Ice Age. However, there are sizable differences in elevation through the area, with the high point of Franklin County being 1,132 ft (345 m) above sea level near New Albany, and the low point being 670 ft (200 m) where the Scioto River leaves...

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