Packaging Specialist

Saputo Inc. • Milwaukee, WI

3d

About The Position

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? How You Will Make Contributions That Matter Drive cross-functional collaboration by leading coordination efforts among internal stakeholders (Research & Development, Marketing, Regulatory, Quality Assurance, Operations) and external partners (printers, suppliers, customers) to ensure seamless packaging execution. Oversee regulatory compliance strategy for packaging, providing expert-level review of nutrition labeling, imagery, and claims in accordance with FDA, USDA, and third-party certification standards (e.g., Non-GMO Project, Organic), as well as internal corporate policies. Analyze packaging processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste Manage multiple high-priority packaging projects from concept to execution, ensuring timelines and budgets are met Monitor and interpret evolving regulatory landscapes, industry trends, and technical innovations to proactively guide packaging strategy and ensure ongoing compliance and competitiveness. Coordinate and manage all aspects of production and procurement activities related to packaging changes, ensuring timely implementation, cost efficiency, and alignment with quality standards. Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior packaging team members and serve as a key resource and backup for critical packaging functions across the organization. Oversee projects around the design, development, and optimization of the packaging for new or existing products. Participates in development of project tracking documents, timetables, and cost estimates. Provide review and final approval of packaging proofs according to regulations, plant requirements, print guidelines and brand standards. Manage contracts with key packaging vendors and ensure they are adhering to a balanced budget. Support the identification of cost savings opportunities. Focus on the support for all Saputo plants.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Packaging Design, or equivalent experience of 5+ years (Food Industry Packaging/Labeling preferred).
• Highly organized and meticulous with details.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong and proficient in Microsoft Office toolset (Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel).
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Up to 10% travel required.

Nice To Haves

• Practiced knowledge of SAP and Add-Ons preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive cross-functional collaboration by leading coordination efforts among internal stakeholders (Research & Development, Marketing, Regulatory, Quality Assurance, Operations) and external partners (printers, suppliers, customers) to ensure seamless packaging execution.
• Oversee regulatory compliance strategy for packaging, providing expert-level review of nutrition labeling, imagery, and claims in accordance with FDA, USDA, and third-party certification standards (e.g., Non-GMO Project, Organic), as well as internal corporate policies.
• Analyze packaging processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
• Manage multiple high-priority packaging projects from concept to execution, ensuring timelines and budgets are met
• Monitor and interpret evolving regulatory landscapes, industry trends, and technical innovations to proactively guide packaging strategy and ensure ongoing compliance and competitiveness.
• Coordinate and manage all aspects of production and procurement activities related to packaging changes, ensuring timely implementation, cost efficiency, and alignment with quality standards.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior packaging team members and serve as a key resource and backup for critical packaging functions across the organization.
• Oversee projects around the design, development, and optimization of the packaging for new or existing products.
• Participates in development of project tracking documents, timetables, and cost estimates.
• Provide review and final approval of packaging proofs according to regulations, plant requirements, print guidelines and brand standards.
• Manage contracts with key packaging vendors and ensure they are adhering to a balanced budget.
• Support the identification of cost savings opportunities.
• Focus on the support for all Saputo plants.

Benefits

• Development opportunities that enhance their career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help them care for their families
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees