Sr. Packaging Developer
McCormick & Company•Hunt Valley, MD
•Hybrid
About The Position
As the Senior Packaging Developer, you will lead packaging programs across multiple brands and sites. You will serve as a recognized internal Subject Matter Expert (SME) and mentor, driving innovation through advanced R&D, analytical tools, and sustainability practices. This role blends strategic influence with hands-on technical leadership — from ideation and design to commercialization — ensuring that McCormick’s packaging solutions deliver on performance, sustainability, and consumer delight.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Package Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in packaging development and project management within the food and beverage industry with a track record of delivering innovation in consumer products
- Strong background in packaging materials, analytical methods, and sustainability tools
- Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and influencing skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences
- Skilled in SAP, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and C.A.P.E. palletization software
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in consumer learning tools, ideation processes, and technology analysis
- Demonstrated expertise in sustainable packaging design and knowledge of alternative distribution channels (e.g., club stores, e-commerce)
Responsibilities
- Lead Innovation: Drive the development of new packaging technologies through advanced research and development, applying analytical and sustainability tools to deliver breakthrough solutions.
- Strategic Project Leadership: Lead packaging projects aligned with business priorities, delivering measurable growth, cost savings, quality improvements, and sustainability advancements.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Operations to align packaging initiatives with brand stewardship, innovation pipelines, and operational capabilities.
- Technical Expertise: Act as an internal SME within the packaging function, providing expert guidance across teams. Apply knowledge of material science, manufacturing processes, tolerances, filling systems, palletization and distribution. Utilize analytical tools and test methodologies to validate performance and optimize designs.
- Mentorship & Capability Building: Mentor colleagues and junior developers, fostering technical excellence and knowledge sharing across the organization.
- Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes, tools, and methodologies in areas of expertise. Champion innovation projects and apply advanced analytical and sustainability approaches.
- Standards & Best Practices: Develop, document, and present best practices, ensuring consistency and excellence in packaging development across global teams.
- Leadership in Execution: Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring milestones, budgets, and deliverables are met while maintaining the highest technical standards.
Benefits
- 401k
- health insurance
- paid time off
- Competitive compensation
- Career growth opportunities
- Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
- Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness
- Tuition assistance
- Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
- Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
- Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
