Job Description

Packaging and Process Engineer (12-Month Contract)

Department: Innovation

Reports to:

Packaging and Process Engineering Manager

Profile Summary:

The Packaging and Process Engineer is responsible for managing the process and package development process from creation to successful implementation into production.

Specific Accountabilities

Communicate technical issues and details to the project team and management, work with plant operations to find and implement appropriate solutions Execute new package designs and perform packaging component validation through conducting pre-trial planning meetings, coordinating and directing plant trials, documenting and analyzing trial results to draw practical conclusions Working with cross-functional teams to ensure the packaging development and qualification process meets customer's specifications and project timeline Create and present reports for management and other internal groups Develop broad knowledge of packaging materials, test methodologies, capabilities and costs of materials Collaborate with Product Development & Engineering teams to innovate industry leading products Ensure new product designs are fully functional in the high speed manufacturing environment and in compliance with quality protocols Coordinate internal and external testing Demonstrate a general understanding of project management to realize the order, importance, and impact of appropriate project activities and maintain packaging commitments to project scheduling Develop and implement schedules, manage assigned projects, monitor the status of all elements affecting the outcome of the packaging development projects Other project work and duties as assigned. Understand, apply and actively participate in maintaining product quality and food safety program practices including BRC, HACCP, QA / QC, GMP, Sanitation and good hygiene practices. Understand, apply and actively participate in maintaining health and safety program practices.

Ideal Qualifications:

A degree in Engineering required - preferably Chemical Engineering Minimum 2 years' of prior work experience Recent Experience in the beverage industry or CPG is preferred Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Ability to interact with all levels of the organization as well as external customers and suppliers. Strong Organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities while ensuring accuracy and quality of work. Strong leadership, teamwork and communication skills. Ability to work cooperatively with various departments and build strong partnerships across the organization. Ability to make decisions based on available technical information Ability to take initiative, looks for ways to improve effectiveness or efficiency Ability to travel locally and internationally (USA) for supplier and Co-Man facility visits.

Disclaimer

This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.