Packaging Engineer
Anheuser-Busch · Jacksonville, FL
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $106k–$126k
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Anheuser-Busch (food & beverage) in Jacksonville, FL. Develop, Document, & Implement process improvements to make the Brewery teams more effective and efficient.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, Root cause, PLC, Automation
- Base pay
- $106k–$126k
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Florida: typical posted base $71k–$112k. This one lists $106k–$126k.
Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 48 manufacturing engineer openings in Florida, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 47 other live manufacturing postings in Florida.
- Base pay
- About 33% above similar roles
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $65k–$110k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 48%
- ✓ Root cause 48%
- New product launch 46%
- Tooling 38%
- Welding 35%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 31%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for TPM, PLC, Packaging lines, Union environment, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Anheuser-Busch in Jacksonville
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- Manufacturing Technician · Manufacturing · Technician
- Industrial Maintenance Technician · Reliability · Technician
- Manual Machinist (Tool & Die) · Manufacturing · Technician
- Industrial Electrician · Reliability · Technician
- Maintenance Electrician- Weekender · Reliability · Technician
Full description from Anheuser-BuschAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Lead improvements in controls system performance by ensuring timely and quality issues resolution.
- ◆Develop, Document, & Implement process improvements to make the Brewery teams more effective and efficient.
- ◆Lead capital projects, equipment upgrades, and lifecycle planning, including development of business cases and return-on-investment analyses.
- ◆Guide brewery technology staff, peer support teams, contractors and vendors in execution of
responsibilities
to standards.
- ◆Promote and enforce effective change management, support transition and support escalation processes for various design and implementation teams.
- ◆Support the packaging operation in achieving Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to equipment reliability, line efficiency, maintenance performance, and continuous improvement.
- ◆Lead learning and development initiatives to improve the technical knowledge and skill set of operators and technicians within area of expertise.
- ◆Monitor equipment performance trends, analyze reliability data, and drive corrective actions to eliminate chronic losses and failures.
- ◆Own and manage departmental budgets.
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Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.
- ✓5+ years of experience in Engineering or in Maintenance leading reliability programs within a high-speed manufacturing, packaging, food and beverage, consumer products, or similar production environment.
- ✓Demonstrated experience implementing best practices and continuous improvement methodologies.
- ✓Experience supporting packaging equipment and production systems, including automation, controls, and industrial electrical systems.
- ✓Experience coaching, developing, and training skilled trades in a unionized manufacturing environment preferred.
- ✓Strong understanding of mechanical systems, electrical controls, PLCs, automation, and predictive maintenance technologies.
- ✓Proven problem-solving and analytical skills with experience conducting root cause analysis and developing business cases.
- ✓Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- ✓Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
- ✓Experience with Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
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Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
SALARY: $106,400-$126,350, bonus and long-term incentive eligible
Company
We are home to the nation’s most iconic beer and beyond beer brands, including Michelob ULTRA – America’s #1 top-selling beer – as well as Busch Light, Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Cutwater Spirits, and industry-leading craft brands. From our longstanding efforts to support American farmers, military, veterans, and first responders, to emergency drinking water donations and responsible drinking programs, we are guided by our commitment to the communities we call home and the 65,000 hardworking Americans who bring our beer to life. We are powered by a team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
Role summary
As the Packaging Engineer at our Jacksonville Brewery, you will be responsible for the continuous improvement of all packaging line equipment and associated systems. This position partners closely with Packaging, Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations teams to develop and implement sustainable process improvements and equipment reliability to maximize equipment uptime, improve line performance, and optimize maintenance costs across the packaging operation.
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Why anheuser-busch
At Anheuser-Busch, our purpose is to create a future with more cheers. For more than 165 years as a leading American manufacturer, Anheuser-Busch has delivered a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. As the nation’s top brewer, one of the fastest growing spirits companies, and an insurgent force in energy drinks, we drive economic prosperity nationwide through investments in our people, facilities, and communities. We are the only alcohol company that invests in the U.S. at this scale.
Benefits
- •Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts
- •Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
- •Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies
- •401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution
- •Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners
- •Free Beer!