Primary Packaging Design Specialist

Main Responsibilities

Support the end-to-end development of food-contact primary packaging solutions from concept through validation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal company policies related to food safety and sustainability.

Perform hands-on laboratory testing of packaging materials, assess results, and communicate findings and risks clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

Organize, review, and maintain compliance documentation and technical data from new suppliers or packaging solutions, including Declarations of Compliance, certifications, migration test reports, technical datasheets and other specifications.

Communicate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders regarding food safety risks, compliance to global regulations, and adherence to internal policies.

Collaborate with internal and external laboratories to support material and compliance testing, including sample management, timeline tracking, and results interpretation and reporting.

Collaborate globally with R&D, Quality, Operations, Procurement, and Central Primary Packaging and Laboratory teams to ensure technical alignment and consistent knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging, Materials Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in packaging development, preferably within the food industry.
• Solid understanding of structural packaging design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Working knowledge of food-contact packaging regulations and testing methodologies (e.g., FDA, EFSA); familiarity with EU or international standards is a plus.
• Excellent project management, problem-solving, and communication skills; capable of influencing cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and detail-oriented mindset, suited to a fast-paced, global, matrixed organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and food safety standards.
• Experience with laboratory testing and data analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

The base salary range for this position is $96,708 - 128,944. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time. In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.