Key Responsibilities:

1. Packaging Development:

• Lead technical packaging changes, including die line creation, prototyping, sampling, and unit load development.
• Develop packaging solutions across materials such as fiberboard, corrugate, cartons, plastics, and films.

1. Specifications & Design:

• Establish packaging specifications based on product needs, cost limitations, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Design aesthetically appealing, functional, and practical packaging solutions with a focus on brand consistency.

1. Compliance & Standards:

• Adhere to packaging and transportation regulations, customer/vendor requirements, and internal standards.
• Ensure compliance with corporate safety, quality, and sustainability guidelines.

1. Supply Chain Integration:

• Collaborate with vendors, co-packers, and supply chain teams to optimize operations and production efficiency.
• Identify and resolve packaging-related manufacturing issues.

1. Innovation & Market Alignment:

• Monitor industry trends and introduce innovative packaging technologies and materials.
• Align packaging designs with brand equity and consumer expectations.

1. Testing & Quality Assurance:

• Design and conduct tests to qualify materials, components, and packaging processes.
• Develop detailed documentation, including test protocols, trial results, and technical reports.

1. Cross-Functional Leadership:

• Act as a packaging subject matter expert on cross-functional teams for complex projects.
• Deliver best-in-class packaging designs, standards, and specifications.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or a related field.
• Experience:
• Packaging co-op/internship or 1–3 years of professional experience.
• Knowledge of packaging development, operations, and supply chain processes.
• Experience with SAP/PLM systems (preferred).
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in TOPS, CAPE, CAD, and testing procedures.
• Familiarity with printing processes and packaging industry practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated achievements in packaging within the consumer products industry.
• Experience with LEAN manufacturing practices.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with conflicting deadlines.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and collaborative skills.

Critical Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of end-to-end packaging development.
• Ability to influence decisions across functions and levels.
• Innovator and change agent, skilled at driving actionable plans.
• Passion for scouting new packaging solutions and sustainability initiatives.