Sr. Packaging Engineer I – R&D Packaging

Mondelēz International

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride. As part of a cross-functional team, you will lead the development of innovative and efficient packaging solutions for our US Cakes & Pastries brands, such as CA!, Oreo, BelVita, 7 Days. This role requires a passion for packaging, strong technical expertise, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. How you will contribute Deliver against multiple C&P brands: You will be responsible for the development and execution of packaging projects across various stages, from initial concept to final implementation. Execute Packaging Development: You will plan and manage projects in alignment with R&D, marketing, and manufacturing requirements. Bench top experimentation: Conducting tests to evaluate material properties and performance. Pilot plant trials: Testing packaging designs in a scaled-down manufacturing environment. Plant trials: Validating packaging performance in a full-scale production setting. Ensure Compliance: You will adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) requirements to ensure product safety and quality. Lead plant trials for packaging materials, working with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Procurement, Business Development, Production, Supply Chain and Quality). Properly plan, coordinate, and report each trial, provide appropriate level of technical support and troubleshooting to execute trial objectives and ensure proper documentation of each activity. Design, plan and conduct analytical testing, line trials and package performance testing. Build and maintain relationships and constant communication with key pack material vendors on the development of new concepts, materials, and quality improvements. Leverage and challenge suppliers and partners to develop new technologies and cost advantaged and sustainable packaging formats and materials to achieve business goals. Ability to generate, develop and execute packaging ideas by leveraging both existing equipment in the company and new equipment. Leverage Technical Skills: You will utilize your knowledge of materials, design principles, and manufacturing processes to create technically sound and aesthetically pleasing packaging solutions, from primary pack to pallet level. Communicate Effectively: You will effectively communicate project status, risks, and results to stakeholders. You will also create technical reports, analyze data, and make recommendations based on your findings. Contribute to Intellectual Property Development: You will play an active role in identifying and protecting intellectual property related to packaging innovations. Troubleshoot issues that arise from package development, line trials and commercialization with limited supervision. What you will bring A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge: Technical Expertise: A strong understanding of packaging materials, processes, and design principles. Problem-Solving Abilities: The ability to identify and solve technical problems effectively, independently, and as part of a team. Data Analysis Skills: The ability to interpret data, draw conclusions, and make informed recommendations. Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills, including technical writing, to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders. Collaboration: A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Ability to get results through working with a diverse team. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage complexity. Executional excellence, time management and problem-solving competencies More about this role What you need to know about this position: Cross-Functional Collaboration: You will work closely with teams in product development, marketing, quality, procurement, finance, supply chain, and suppliers. Project Management: You will be responsible for managing the execution of packaging development projects from start to finish. Innovation and Continuous Improvement: You will play a key role in driving packaging innovation and improving existing packaging processes

Requirements

Technical Expertise: A strong understanding of packaging materials, processes, and design principles.
Problem-Solving Abilities: The ability to identify and solve technical problems effectively, independently, and as part of a team.
Data Analysis Skills: The ability to interpret data, draw conclusions, and make informed recommendations.
Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills, including technical writing, to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
Collaboration: A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to get results through working with a diverse team.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage complexity.
Executional excellence, time management and problem-solving competencies
Bachelor of Science degree in Packaging Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
Minimum of 5 years in a packaging development or in and R&D role.
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time for domestic vendor/manufacturing visits

Nice To Haves

Graphics: A deep understanding of the printing process and its impact on packaging performance.
Product Packaging Interactions: A comprehensive knowledge of the relationship between products, packaging, and manufacturing processes to ensure optimal product quality and consumer experience.
Communication and Collaboration: The ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels and work collaboratively within a diverse team.
Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Strong problem-solving skills, a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges, and the ability to learn on the fly.
Breakthrough Mindset: A willingness to challenge the status quo, think creatively, and drive innovative packaging solutions.

Responsibilities

Deliver against multiple C&P brands
Execute Packaging Development
Ensure Compliance
Lead plant trials for packaging materials, working with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Procurement, Business Development, Production, Supply Chain and Quality)
Properly plan, coordinate, and report each trial, provide appropriate level of technical support and troubleshooting to execute trial objectives and ensure proper documentation of each activity
Design, plan and conduct analytical testing, line trials and package performance testing
Build and maintain relationships and constant communication with key pack material vendors on the development of new concepts, materials, and quality improvements
Leverage and challenge suppliers and partners to develop new technologies and cost advantaged and sustainable packaging formats and materials to achieve business goals
Ability to generate, develop and execute packaging ideas by leveraging both existing equipment in the company and new equipment
Leverage Technical Skills
Communicate Effectively
Contribute to Intellectual Property Development
Troubleshoot issues that arise from package development, line trials and commercialization with limited supervision