Senior Packaging Engineer

Schreiber Foods • Green Bay, WI

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Packaging Engineer evaluates, selects, adapts, and modifies packaging engineering techniques, procedures, and financial criteria for new and existing packages, with primary expertise in packaging materials and manufacturing systems. The role provides technical packaging support to all Schreiber Foods divisions to maintain current markets and pursue new opportunities, and leads teams across a broad range of packaging activities and assignments.

This position is based at Schreiber Foods’ Home Office in Green Bay, Wisconsin, with a hybrid schedule of three days in the office. Relocating candidates moving more than 50 miles may be eligible for a $10,000 relocation bonus and a relocation package. Travel exceeding 25% may be required, depending on project demands and workload.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or a packaging-related field.
• At least 6 years of experience in Packaging Engineering.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Strong understanding of food manufacturing operations, including plant processes, equipment interactions, food safety, sanitation, and quality systems.
• Ability to travel more than 25% as needed, with frequency varying according to packaging project demands and workload.
• For positions requiring travel: valid driver’s license, auto insurance meeting at least state minimum requirements (more may be required), an acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods’ discretion, and a vehicle suitable for the travel requirements.
• Authorization to work in the country where the role is based; sponsorship, if needed, is determined by Schreiber Foods and may not be available for all roles.

Responsibilities

• Work with suppliers to identify new or alternate materials, coordinate physical-property and performance testing, and conduct plant qualification trials.
• Provide technical support to resolve packaging issues and meet customer needs.
• Own and champion strategic packaging objectives for the assigned category.
• Support project teams in qualifying new packaging equipment to increase capacity and efficiency and run new products, including supporting acquisition onboarding.
• Assist the team leader/manager with system-imposed requests, such as upper-management meetings, technical reviews, advisory support, and customer visits.
• Network with vendors and maintain relationships to expand knowledge of new packaging concepts in the marketplace.
• Investigate and communicate innovative packaging technologies, including sustainable opportunities, to organizational groups such as upper management, marketing, and global trade and development.
• Work with the leadership team to ensure compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans and customer requirements.
• Interpret and communicate customer requirements to plant production and support groups.
• Establish and audit PCPs, CCPs, and Standard Operating Procedures to define and monitor processes and ensure customer requirements are met.
• Review incidents involving failure to follow procedures and determine appropriate corrective action.
• Manage and develop others by fostering positive behaviors, providing constructive feedback, and identifying opportunities for improvement and skill development.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one.
• 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, plus an additional company retirement contribution of about 8% of earnings.
• Opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when company goals are met.
• $10,000 relocation bonus and a relocation package for eligible U.S. salaried candidates relocating more than 50 miles.
• Up to $5,000 annually in childcare assistance, including monthly contributions for independent babysitters.
• Wellness Incentive and employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account for fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
• Professional development relevant to the role, career goals, and company.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Medical and prescription drug benefits starting day one.
• Dental and vision benefits starting day one.
• Onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
• Partners Helping Partners support program for employees experiencing hardship.

What This Job Offers

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