Logistics Packaging EngineerRussell Tobin & Associates is seeking a Logistics Packaging Engineer for a 12-month contract with a world-class manufacturing client in Maplewood, MN. This is a hybrid position requiring 2–3 days per week onsite, with the potential for contract extension.This is not a traditional Manufacturing Engineer role. The position focuses on logistics packaging, supply chain optimization, transportation efficiency, and packaging engineering to drive operational improvements and cost savings across a global logistics network.Key Responsibilities: Optimize packaging solutions and transportation efficiency Improve trailer/container utilization and palletization strategies Drive packaging optimization and material handling improvements Analyze logistics performance using Power BI, Excel, and KPI reporting Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, distribution centers, and vendors Support continuous improvement initiatives and reduce transportation costsRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field5+ years of experience in logistics packaging, packaging engineering, supply chain, or industrial engineeringExperience with palletization, trailer/container loading, packaging optimization, and transportation efficiencyStrong analytical skills using Power BI, Excel, and KPI reportingExcellent cross-functional collaboration and project management skillsWillingness to travel 25–50% to manufacturing plants, distribution centers, and supplier locationsLocation: Maplewood, MN (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite) Duration: 12-month contract (extension possible) Pay Rate: $50–$60/hourMust be authorized to work in the United States.Russell Tobin offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.