Junior Packaging Developer

Bacardi • Jacksonville, FL

6d

About The Position

RESPONSIBILITIES WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART, YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE TO: Develop and execute best in class packages: •To support and/or lead packaging development projects from development through qualification. •To create robust test plan and high quality trial report •To elevate any technical or project risks to his/her manager and to the multifunctional team with defined scope and back up options •To create robust packaging specification and develop all components which meet the: •Brand equity requirements (shape, color, decoration,...) •Manufacturing constraints (plant, co-packer) and supply chain •Project target cost and timeline •Legal and Bacardi Quality Standards •To ensure that suppliers can manufacture specifications/components to capable standards through effective sampling & production. Responsible for leading and recording all Trials & Testing and ensuring appropriate stakeholders approve results. •To own/communicate packaging Critical Path Schedule items on his/her part of the project. •To challenge suppliers to drive results and deliver proper components qualification •To contribute to grow technical knowledge and innovation on packaging •To collaborate closely with QA, manufacturing and procurement to find best solutions if any issue and drive mold and packing line qualification •To master test methods, ship test protocols and mold qualification SKILLS THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY: Educational Requirements: •Bachelor’s or Master Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing or any related technical fields. Experience: •0-3 years experience in packaging development, R&D, business development, project management or related field in operations Mobility •Willing to travel 25%-35% of time. Functional skills ·Strong interest in Packaging. ·Working closely with multifunctional team the design and development to enable robust execution at the best value ·Ability to quickly understand Packaging/Packaging materials/Packing systems to be able to create and manage specifications ·Capability to work in a seamless team across functions ·Ability to manage and influence pack components suppliers at each phase of the project ·Apply packaging development process and develop strong risk assessment on his/her projects ·Overall good collaboration ·Basic project managements skills ·3D CAD capability would be a plus PERSONAL QUALITIES ·Capability to work in a seamless team, cross-functionally and across regions ·Flexible, resilient, and adaptable: Capability to work and influence in a highly changing environment ·Lives the 3 F’s – Fearless, Founder’s Mentality, Family LEADERSHIP AGILITY At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level. Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others. Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity. U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Perks of Working for us At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance. Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement: Competitive Pay Package Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community) Retirement/Pension Plan Health & Wellbeing Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies Additional Benefits The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change. Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution. Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand. Join a world-class team. Recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers 2025 We are a family-owned spirits company with more than 160 years and seven generations of heritage. Our portfolio boasts more than 200 brands and labels including icons of today and of tomorrow. You could be part of this legacy. Are you ready to unleash your potential? Apply now. Bacardi is the world´s largest privately-held international spirits company. More than 8,000 people across the globe work toward a common purpose to Make Moments Matter. At Bacardi we are guided by our 3Fs culture of being Fearless, treating each other like Family, and having a Founders mentality. And have plenty of fun along the way! BE FEARLESS We empower our teams to question, challenge and innovate. This means adopting an agile mindset, being comfortable with trying new things and taking risks, without being reckless. BEHAVE LIKE FAMILY We treat each other, and our communities, like family. We call each other “Primos” (Spanish for cousins) because being part of the family gives you the support you need to be the best you can be. THINK LIKE A FOUNDER The spirit of entrepreneurship is rooted in our legacy. We treat this business as if it was our own. We do the right thing for the business and take accountability for our work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing or any related technical fields.
• 0-3 years experience in packaging development, R&D, business development, project management or related field in operations
• Willing to travel 25%-35% of time.
• Strong interest in Packaging.
• Working closely with multifunctional team the design and development to enable robust execution at the best value
• Ability to quickly understand Packaging/Packaging materials/Packing systems to be able to create and manage specifications
• Capability to work in a seamless team across functions
• Ability to manage and influence pack components suppliers at each phase of the project
• Apply packaging development process and develop strong risk assessment on his/her projects
• Overall good collaboration
• Basic project managements skills
• Capability to work in a seamless team, cross-functionally and across regions
• Flexible, resilient, and adaptable: Capability to work and influence in a highly changing environment
• Lives the 3 F’s – Fearless, Founder’s Mentality, Family

Nice To Haves

• 3D CAD capability would be a plus

Responsibilities

• To support and/or lead packaging development projects from development through qualification.
• To create robust test plan and high quality trial report
• To elevate any technical or project risks to his/her manager and to the multifunctional team with defined scope and back up options
• To create robust packaging specification and develop all components which meet the:
• Brand equity requirements (shape, color, decoration,...)
• Manufacturing constraints (plant, co-packer) and supply chain
• Project target cost and timeline
• Legal and Bacardi Quality Standards
• To ensure that suppliers can manufacture specifications/components to capable standards through effective sampling & production.
• Responsible for leading and recording all Trials & Testing and ensuring appropriate stakeholders approve results.
• To own/communicate packaging Critical Path Schedule items on his/her part of the project.
• To challenge suppliers to drive results and deliver proper components qualification
• To contribute to grow technical knowledge and innovation on packaging
• To collaborate closely with QA, manufacturing and procurement to find best solutions if any issue and drive mold and packing line qualification
• To master test methods, ship test protocols and mold qualification

Benefits

• Competitive Pay Package
• Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
• Retirement/Pension Plan
• Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level