Sr. Manager, Packaging Engineering Packaging

Sr. Manager, Packaging EngineeringDesign and develop sustainable packaging solutions that ensure the freshness of fresh dog food products.

Location : New YorkJob Tags : PackagingAbout The Role

The Sr. Manager, Packaging Engineering will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing innovative and sustainable packaging solutions for fresh human-graded dog food products.

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This role requires a deep understanding of packaging technologies, materials, and processes to ensure product freshness, safety, and convenience.

The position involves collaborating with Marketing and Supply Chain to identify business needs and manufacturing capabilities.

The candidate will present design recommendations to key stakeholders and drive alignment on packaging development direction.

The role includes conducting packaging tests to ensure durability, functionality, and compliance with food safety standards.

The Sr. Manager will lead and manage packaging projects from concept through commercialization, developing project plans, timelines, and budgets.

The candidate will identify opportunities to improve packaging processes and materials to enhance efficiency and sustainability.

Implementing Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies to optimize packaging operations is a key responsibility.

The role requires maintaining detailed documentation of packaging designs, test results, and project progress, as well as preparing and presenting technical reports to management.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field, with a Master’s degree being a plus.
• A minimum of 5-8 years of experience in packaging engineering, preferably within the food industry, is essential for success in this role.
• Strong technical and analytical skills are necessary to effectively design and develop packaging solutions.
• Proficiency in CAD software and packaging design tools is required to create detailed packaging designs and specifications.
• The candidate should possess excellent problem-solving abilities and a strong desire to tackle significant challenges.
• Strong project management and organizational skills are crucial for managing packaging projects from concept through commercialization.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are needed to facilitate collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of packaging materials, processes, and sustainability practices, particularly in food packaging, is important for this role.
• The successful candidate will be a detail-oriented, organized, and collaborative team player who champions the company's mission and values.

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