Packaging Engineering Manager

Packaging Engineering Manager opportunity available with growing food manufacturing company! (Fullerton, CA)

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Marcus Curiel
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $110,000 - $135,000 per year

A bit about us:

Established in 1991, we are a leading provider of fresh, natural, and organic food products, specializing in globally inspired cuisine and plant-based proteins like tofu. With a commitment to sustainability and mindful sourcing, we create minimally processed, accessible foods that promote health and happiness. With a strong presence in the U.S., we proudly hold the No. 1 market share in the tofu and kimchi categories.

We are growing and looking for a Packaging Engineering Manager to join our team!

Why join us?

• Strong company culture with a local presence.
• Position works with the leadership team.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits package.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

Job Details

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the packaging engineering team, ensuring projects meet quality, regulatory, and safety requirements.
• Oversee packaging development, working closely with headquarters and suppliers to execute projects effectively.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Operations, and vendors to develop packaging that aligns with product and brand objectives.
• Manage new product packaging from concept to commercialization, focusing on specifications, machinery, and process optimization.
• Design and implement sustainable packaging solutions that balance cost, performance, and environmental impact.
• Support co-packing operations and process improvements for quality and cost efficiency.
• Research and evaluate new packaging materials for safety, sustainability, and performance.
• Conduct packaging tests from R&D to full-scale production to ensure integrity and seamless transitions.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, competitive products, and regulatory updates.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Food Science, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in packaging development within the food manufacturing industry.
• Hands-on experience with packaging design, development, and testing.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, machinery, and production supply chain requirements.
• Experience working with packaging suppliers and leading cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance in packaging.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Packaging Engineering Manager opportunity available with growing food manufacturing company! (Fullerton, CA)

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Marcus Curiel
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $110,000 - $135,000 per year

A bit about us:

Established in 1991, we are a leading provider of fresh, natural, and organic food products, specializing in globally inspired cuisine and plant-based proteins like tofu. With a commitment to sustainability and mindful sourcing, we create minimally processed, accessible foods that promote health and happiness. With a strong presence in the U.S., we proudly hold the No. 1 market share in the tofu and kimchi categories.

We are growing and looking for a Packaging Engineering Manager to join our team!

Why join us?

• Strong company culture with a local presence.
• Position works with the leadership team.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits package.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

Job Details

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the packaging engineering team, ensuring projects meet quality, regulatory, and safety requirements.
• Oversee packaging development, working closely with headquarters and suppliers to execute projects effectively.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Operations, and vendors to develop packaging that aligns with product and brand objectives.
• Manage new product packaging from concept to commercialization, focusing on specifications, machinery, and process optimization.
• Design and implement sustainable packaging solutions that balance cost, performance, and environmental impact.
• Support co-packing operations and process improvements for quality and cost efficiency.
• Research and evaluate new packaging materials for safety, sustainability, and performance.
• Conduct packaging tests from R&D to full-scale production to ensure integrity and seamless transitions.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, competitive products, and regulatory updates.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Food Science, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in packaging development within the food manufacturing industry.
• Hands-on experience with packaging design, development, and testing.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, machinery, and production supply chain requirements.
• Experience working with packaging suppliers and leading cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance in packaging.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.