Packaging Engineer - R&D Packaging (US Cakes & Pastries)

Job Description
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. 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 Cakes & Pastries brands: You will be responsible for the development and execution of packaging projects across various stages, from initial concept to final implementation.• You will plan and manage projects in alignment with R&D, marketing, and manufacturing requirements. This includes:
o Bench top experimentation: Conducting tests to evaluate material properties and performance.
o Pilot plant trials: Testing packaging designs in a scaled-down manufacturing environment.
o Plant trials: Validating packaging performance in a full-scale production setting.• You will adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) requirements to ensure product safety and quality.• 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.• 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.• You will play an active role in identifying and protecting intellectual property related to packaging innovations.
What you will bring
A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in:• A strong understanding of packaging materials, processes, and design principles.• The ability to identify and solve technical problems effectively, independently, and as part of a team.• The ability to interpret data, draw conclusions, and make informed recommendations.• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including technical writing, to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
More about this role
What you need to know about this position:• You will work closely with teams in product development, marketing, quality, procurement, finance, supply chain, and suppliers.• You will be responsible for managing the execution of packaging development projects from start to finish.• You will play a key role in driving packaging innovation and improving existing packaging processes.
What extra ingredients you will bring:• A deep understanding of the printing process and its impact on packaging performance.• Comprehensive knowledge of the relationship between products, packaging, and manufacturing processes to ensure optimal product quality and consumer experience.• The ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels and work collaboratively within a diverse team.• Strong problem-solving skills, a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges, and the ability to learn on the fly.• A willingness to challenge the status quo, think creatively, and drive innovative packaging solutions.
Education / Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in Packaging Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
Job specific requirements:
2-3 years of experience in a packaging development role, including co-op or internship experience.
Travel requirements:
The ability to travel up to 20% of the time for domestic vendor and manufacturing visits.
Work schedule:
Hybrid work schedule. Role based in East Hanover, NJ.
The base salary range for this position is $73,900 to $101,650; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.
In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
No Relocation support available
Business Unit Summary
The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, weproduce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands-including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products -are close at hand for our consumers across the country.
Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.
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Job Type
Regular
Packaging Development & Engineering
Science & Engineering