Packaging Manager

Our food manufacturing client is actively seeking a Packaging Manager in the Columbus, OH area. This Packaging Manager will work with cross-functional teams in the development of new and improved packaging. This 100+ year old company has evolved into a well-established name brand distributed in grocery stores throughout the United States, this is a great Innovative company to work for!

Must Have:

• B.S. in Engineering or Packaging Science ore related field.
• 5+ years’ food packaging industry experience required.
• 12+ years packaging design experience.
• 40-50% travel required.
• Understanding of packaging materials capabilities and equipment.
• Knowledge and experience in packaging test methodology.
• Knowledge of product development processes and commercialization processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute technical support to teams in the development of new packaging.
• Be the project lead to design, direct and implement packaging cost savings projects.
• Be the troubleshooter when packaging problems arise.
• Organize and complete packaging related projects.
• Brainstorm new innovative ideas while using established packaging advancements to support advanced business development opportunities.
• Maintain awareness of technical trends and developments in the packaging industry.
• Work with regulatory standards for food products.
• Manage the design of the label-packaging material (plastic, film, glass).