Sr. Packaging Engineer II

Mizkan America • Mount Prospect, IL

41d • $115,000 - $130,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Join Mizkan America’s dynamic R&D team and lead packaging innovation across our Flavor Enhancers and Meal Solutions portfolio. You’ll work on iconic brands like Mizkan, Nakano, Bertolli, Ragu, Holland House, Angostura, and Zing Zang — driving design, development, and commercialization of packaging that delights consumers and delivers business impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Packaging Engineering, Polymer Science, or related field.
• 7–10+ years of experience in consumer goods, food, or pharmaceutical packaging.
• Proven track record of bringing innovative products or technologies from concept to commercialization.
• Expertise in packaging materials and equipment: Glass, PET, corrugate.
• Strong understanding of hot fill and retort processes for food packaging.
• Familiarity with PET bottle blow molding and preform design (required).
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple high-complexity projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 40%.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with TOPS or CAPS palletizing software; CAD is a plus.
• Certifications like CPP or PMP are a plus.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices and regulatory compliance (FDA, ISO, ASTM).

Responsibilities

• Lead packaging design, testing, and commercialization for our amazing brands: Mizkan, Nakano, Angostura, Zing Zang, Bertolli, Ragu, and Private Label
• Develop robust project plans and qualification protocols aligned with commercial timelines.
• Mentor junior engineers, guiding test plans and technical reviews for first-time success.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to improve margins, product quality, and packaging performance.
• Own and maintain accurate packaging specifications, partnering with Quality and Operations.
• Execute plant trials at Mizkan factories and co-manufacturers.
• Present technical Stage Gate reviews and project updates to leadership.
• Drive packaging process improvements and contribute to department vision and capability building.

Benefits

• A full range of medical, dental, vision, 401K plus up-to-four percent (4%) match, profit sharing, wellness program, paid parental leave, long-term-care insurance, critical accident insurance, short- and long-term disability and education assistance are also available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees