Associate Packaging Engineer

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Our Research and Development team is growing! THe Associate Packaging Engineer is responsible for supporting the development of food products in support of the Company business needs. With support, plans and conducts project assignments. Project scope to include supporting new products, quality improvements of existing products, cost optimization of existing products and technical brand maintenance.

The salary range for this position is $56,000 - $83,0000 per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical / Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vison, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Adheres to applicable safety, regulatory, GMP requirements in lab, pilot plant, and manufacturing facilities. Assists in writing of new policy and procedures as needed.
• Development projects to grow top line volume in support of New Product Development as a % of Revenue goals. Conducts required lab, pilot plant, and plant experimentation with direction and support.
• Foundational knowledge in Product Development process including : Materials, food processes, sensory testing, consumer testing, NPD stage gate process, costing, plant trials commercialization, and related processes.
• Documents all development work accurately. This includes written documentation of lab work, product showing, and plant trials with guidance.
• Prepares accurate and timely specifications for all products developed. This includes : materials, formula, process and finished product with guidance.
• Foundational knowledge of customer / consumer needs for assigned products and channels. Has the ability to gain basic understanding of who the consumer is, why and how they use our products.
• Interacts cross-functionally with Marketing, Purchasing, QA and Operations to successfully implement new product developments.
• Assists and leads Product Showings to evaluate products developed and competition.

Experience Requirements

Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience in Food / Meat Science, packaging or Food Engineering. Our ideal candidate will have / be :

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.

May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another.

May need to access files, supplies and equipment.

Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment.

When in a plant Environment :

Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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