The organelle responsible for packaging and distributing proteins and lipids is the Golgi apparatus. Located within the cell's cytoplasm, it modifies, sorts, and packages proteins synthesized in the rough endoplasmic reticulum (ER) for secretion or delivery to other organelles. The Golgi apparatus plays a crucial role in the cell's secretory pathway and is essential for producing components like lysosomes and membranes. Proper functioning of the Golgi apparatus is critical for maintaining cellular health and proper cellular communication.