Job Description

Imagine...working for a company that knows that its people are the key to its success in the marketplace. A company in which achieving extraordinary results and having a stimulating work experience are part of the same process.

We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture.

We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference.

At Campbell Company of Canada, we believe in searching for the best and the brightest professionals at every level and in every specialty who live into our values. The 5 C\xe2\x80\x99s of Campbell \xe2\x80\x93 Care, Character, Collaboration, Competitiveness, Creativity \xe2\x80\x93 demonstrate the best of who we are today and who we aspire to be. Living our values will foster an inclusive, high-performance culture. Our employees act with intention, lead with integrity, and are truly passionate about what they do to bring our purpose to life Connecting People Through Food They Love.

We have an exciting opportunity in our Retail Sales Function on our Research & Development Team as Packaging Technologist. This role is based out of our Mississauga Head Office location (60% in-office, 40% remote) and plays a key role in leading planning and executing packaging projects within the Meals and Beverage and Snacks portfolios for the Canadian market, keeping close alignment to World Headquarters (WHQ) Meals & Beverage and Snacking specifications and acts as the technical expert for operational and supply chain packaging issues.

Specific accountabilities of this role:

DATABASE SPECIFICATION MAINTENANCE

• Maintains updated packaging specifications for all items (metal/non-metal) between United States (US) Campbell network locations and co-manufacturers
• Communicates and coordinates with Purchasing/Production/Marketing to ensure that correct packaging codes are in place with each formula
• Obtains from suppliers, through Purchasing, any new or changed specifications and enters into database to begin the approval process
• Receives and ensures new items have appropriate numbers, specifications and communicates information to initiators of projects
• Initiate packaging performance specifications

PROJECT COORDINATION AND MANAGEMENT

• R&D business lead, responsible for collaborating independently with key cross-functional partners in Canada, WHQ, Pepperidge Farm and Snyder Lance plants and co-manufacturers to deliver consumer desired packaging that drives business results
• Manage multiple projects of moderate to high complexity

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

• Manage and identify project technical risks

• Technical expert for operational and supply chain packaging issues such as:

Conformance to specification

Development of testing protocols and test pack

Package design and on-line performance

Provide troubleshooting support for packaging lines at manufacturing facility and/or third-party locations

Shelf-Life studies

The ideal candidate will have:

• University Degree, Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s in packaging or related field.
• 5 years experience in Packaging or related field
• Exceptionally organized with great attention to detail and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and unexpected requests
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills to communicate with a range of people from plant floor to CEO
• Effective problem solving and negotiating skills
• Effective technical expertise on multiple packaging materials or packaging/processing systems
• Effective understanding the cost, performance drivers of packaging materials and simulated distribution environment
• Effective TOPS or CAPE software experience

Why choose Campbell\xe2\x80\x99s for your next opportunity?

• GREAT PEOPLE: We take our work seriously, but we also celebrate, laugh, and have fun. We are stronger together when we are open, honest, and, above all, real. You are not just a number here, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be a direct contributor to the company\xe2\x80\x99s success and your voice will be heard.
• HYBRID and FLEXIBLE WORK /PERSONAL TIME OFF: Employees enjoy a combination of in-office and remote working arrangements, personal days, vacation programs and office closure during the Christmas break.
• COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION: We offer a competitive base salary + bonus potential at every level in the organization. We also provide a Defined Contribution Pension Plan, and support your long-term savings goals through our group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), saving and Tax-free Savings Accounts (TFSA).

• HEALTH and WELLNESS BENEFITS: Competitive Health, Dental and Wellness benefits that start on your first day of employment including virtual health care, flex spending accounts, critical illness insurance, Best Doctors coverage, wellness workshops, virtual fitness classes, meditation and stretch breaks, on-site Fitness Center with a dedicated Fitness Consultant and an Employee Family Assistance Plan.
• INCLUSIVE CULTURE: \xe2\x80\x9cInclusion and diversity at all levels of the business are critical for achieving our strategic goals. At Campbell, we\xe2\x80\x99re committed to building a winning culture that enhances inclusivity in the workplace and commits to listening to, learning from, and understanding one another in every interaction. We believe that diverse perspectives are a key ingredient in our recipe for success.\xe2\x80\x9d CEO, Mark Clouse
• PROFESSIONAL and CAREER DEVELOPMENT: Supported by our commitment to talent development, we offer many learning and development opportunities from initial onboarding, regular Lunch and Learns, a library of self-paced learning, external education allowances, mentorship, high-visibility project opportunities and regular feedback.
• ICONIC BRANDS and CHALLENGING WORK: Work for a company with beloved and iconic legacy brands. Across our teams and in all roles, every employee is empowered to bring their best ideas forward and to jump in and collaborate to innovate and solve the problems they\xe2\x80\x99re passionate about.

As an employer committed to employment equity, we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions. We will accommodate individuals with disabilities through each stage of the recruitment and selection process based on individual need. Please advise us of any needs when your interview is booked and we will do our best to meet them.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application

Campbell...Connecting People Through Food They Love.

Where icon brands thrive,

People are valued,

And you can make a difference. What will your Campbell story be?

We appreciate all applicants who express interest in being a part of our team. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we receive, we may be unable to reply to all applicants. If we feel that you may be a good match for one of our current openings, you will be contacted.

***While we welcome all applications, we do not accept unsolicited resumes or inquiries from employment agencies or search firms.***

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

In that regard, U.S. applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click for additional information.

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