Associate Packaging Engineer

Lindt & Sprüngli (Canada), Inc•Stratham, NH

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

This individual will support the implementation of new Display Development initiatives and support and maintain the current Display Portfolio. This individual will also focus on the implementation of New Product Initiatives, Cost Savings and Product Design Change programs. This role requires a highly motivated and detailed-oriented individual to create and enter packaging specifications in the Devex system. The expectation is that the role will consist of approximately 50% specification/bill of materials and 50% development. The role requires strong priority setting skills and attention to detail combined with the ability to interface with the technical community, project managers and external suppliers. This is hybrid role that requires a minimum of three (3) days per week in our Stratham, NH corporate office.

Requirements

1-3 years of experience in Package Engineering, CPG Display Development, or Supply Chain coordination, preferably in a Co-Manufacturing or Co-Packing environment.
Structural integrity, printing capability, and feasibility assessments for Display Development.
Awareness of packaging systems equipment. i.e. case erectors, wrap around case formers, conveyors high speed flow wrapping, di-fold bar wrapping, and/or twist film wrapping.
Understand, interpret and refine package testing procedures and standards to support the effective design, validation, and implementation of new packages and packaging technology.
Apply working knowledge of mathematical concepts and scientific weights and measures.
Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Optimize overall efficiencies as related to packaging by collaborating cross functionally throughout the organization.
Clear, concise, and impactful communication skills for presenting ideas and analyses.
Knowledge and understanding of ISTA and ASTM standards for packaging test methods.
BS, Package Engineering or compatible technical discipline preferred

Responsibilities

Work on Displays packaging projects based on assigned technical area, working with Marketing and cross functional teams to meet category objectives and First Ship dates.
Maintain the Display packaging programs at Co-Packer locations, ensuring adherence to brand standards, timelines, and cost targets.
Understand and coordinate testing and evaluation of packaging to ensure compatibility of design, machinability, and shipping distribution.
Work with Package Engineering Manager to ensure the processes are functioning efficiently by assessing current processes and identifying ways to streamline or improve.
Demonstrate functional knowledge of packaging materials and processes while building a working knowledge of the packaging principles and operating systems required to support Lindt’s business.
Partner with QA to monitor and audit packaging execution at Co-Packer sites to maintain quality and efficiency.
Coordinate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Marketing, Sales, Procurement, and Quality teams to align objectives and timelines on Display development and implementation.
Enhance various aspects of the packaging process, such as efficiency, speed, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
Support the Displays business by facilitating the relationship with key Vendors to deliver premium solutions in a timely manner.
Oversee Display pack-out processes to ensure compliance with design, structural integrity, and retail requirements.