Position Overview:
This position is responsible for supporting Packaging initiatives within the Research & Development department. The Packaging Engineer will manage multiple projects of various degrees of difficulty and will contribute to portions of more complex technical projects as part of a larger team. This position will be responsible for planning and conducting tests, analyzing and evaluating data, and formulating conclusions to accomplish department goals.

Accountabilities:
• Manage assigned packaging development projects.
• Identify and recommend potential cost savings opportunities to RD&I leadership team, including validation and implementation requirements.
• Identify efficiencies through package design and pallet cube optimization.
• Validate packaging performance through R&D lab testing and plant line trials.
• Assure packaging readiness for production, distribution and shelf-life requirements.
• Gather packaging specifications and manage database for storage and maintenance.
• Create organize and maintain pallet patterns via TOPS software.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners for identification and implementation of packaging solutions through to successful commercialization.
• Troubleshoot existing packaging as needed, recommending technical solutions.
• Coordinate packaging samples for internal and external needs as required.
• Conduct product ship testing, with data-driven recommendations through detailed reporting.
• Support packaging equipment selection efforts to meet end-need state.

Experience and Education:

Education Level:
• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent education, training, and/ or experience in Packaging Science, or equivalent field required.

Experience:
• 2-6 years of experience with packaging development and testing.
• Previous experience in Food or CPG industry a plus.
• Experience with multi-plant manufacturer a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)