Packaging Specialist (Hybrid)

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Sudbury, MA

1d•$95,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases. At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers. The Packaging Specialist drives the development and implementation of compliant, high‑quality, and sustainable packaging solutions aligned with Nestlé packaging standards. This role has a direct impact on product quality, operational efficiency, cost optimization, and speed‑to‑market by leading SAP packaging integration, innovation and renovation initiatives, and continuous improvement projects. Acting as a packaging subject matter expert, the Packaging Specialist partners cross‑functionally with Operations, Quality, R&D, Procurement, and other stakeholders to deliver packaging solutions that enhance value for patients, consumers, and customers. Through strong technical leadership and hands‑on support to Operators and Supervisors, this role enables reliable execution, supports innovation, and drives long‑term business performance. This hybrid position requires regular onsite collaboration, with 2-3 days per week based at our Sudbury, MA location. Additionally, this role requires routine travel to other manufacturing facilities to support business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Packaging Science, Packaging Engineering, Food Science, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
3+ years of relevant packaging industry experience, preferably within the food and beverage industry
Strong understanding of packaging design, materials, equipment, and systems, including SAP integration
Working knowledge of project lifecycle management, including schedules, deliverables, and contracts
Knowledge of regulatory compliance and food safety standards applicable to packaging operations
Experience with SAP preferred; CAPE Palletization Program experience a plus
Highly motivated, results‑driven, and adaptable, with strong critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑performing, and inclusive environment
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Effective communication skills, including interpersonal, written, presentation, and cross‑functional collaboration
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Project

Nice To Haves

CAPE Palletization Program experience

Responsibilities

Serve as a packaging subject matter expert, supporting initiatives that enable new product launches, improve productivity and quality, and reduce cost
Lead packaging solutions that minimize distribution damage and cost while delivering competitive advantage
Develop and implement new and revised packaging concepts and processes with a focus on sustainability, functionality, and consumer value
Partner cross‑functionally with Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality/R&D, and Sales/Marketing to manage material qualification and project execution
Provide technical leadership for the installation and commissioning of packaging equipment and line layout modifications
Deliver frontline technical support to manufacturing sites and ensure effective knowledge transfer to build packaging capability and reduce recurring issues
Support SAP integration through creation and maintenance of packaging specifications