Associate Packaging Engineer- Unilever Food Solutions

Unilever • Englewood Cliffs, NJ

84d • $58,700 - $86,280

About The Position

Unilever Food Solutions (UFS) is the 2nd largest Business Unit of Unilever, operating in over 76 countries with approximately 4000 employees. The position of Associate Packaging Engineer involves delivering key packaging activities to support Innovations, Cost Savings, Business Continuity, and Sustainability programs. The role requires managing multiple package development projects and prioritizing tasks based on timelines. The candidate will work in a cross-functional team environment, collaborating with various departments including Brand, Planning, Product Group R&D, Procurement, Quality, and material suppliers. The position also interfaces with Manufacturing and Supply Chain for packaging-related projects, including line trials and production start-ups.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Packaging Science or engineering equivalent.
• 1-2 years' experience in the packaging field.
• Experience with rigid plastic technology and distribution/transit testing.
• Understanding of package development process and engineering principles.
• Ability to design and develop primary and secondary packaging components that meet consumer, Brand, customer, and manufacturing objectives.
• General understanding of project management to maintain Packaging commitments to project scheduling.
• Understanding of consumer, business, and category needs related to packaging decisions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver key packaging activities to support Innovations, Cost Savings, Business Continuity, and Sustainability programs.
• Manage multiple package development projects and prioritize tasks based on timelines.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Brand, Planning, Product Group R&D, Procurement, Quality, and material suppliers.
• Interface with Manufacturing and Supply Chain for packaging-related projects, including line trials and production start-ups.
• Resolve documentation issues for specifications.

Benefits

• Health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage)
• Retirement savings benefits
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Parental leave
• Sick leave
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Access to numerous voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree