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KIND · 3 days ago
Packaging Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$74K/yr - $104K/yr
4+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Execute the qualification and approval processes for new packaging, suppliers, or manufacturing locations.
Develop and manage supplier relationships and stay abreast of industry trends and technology developments.
Support the pipeline development/validation/execution of packaging productivity projects.
Bring technical equipment and material knowledge to the organization.
Provide improvements to department and enterprise-wide processes and ways of working.
Network with the global R&D community to share and utilize best practices.
Qualification
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Required
A BS or MS degree in Packaging, Mechanical Engineering, or a related degree
At least 4 years of relevant concept to launch experience
At least 4 years of relevant experience in package engineering, development and manufacturing qualification, start-up & new product projects
Strong foundational knowledge in packaging materials, processes, and equipment
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Familiarity with the activities in Marketing, Market Research, Legal/Regulatory, QA and Manufacturing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; MS Project a plus
The ability to travel up to 30-40%
Preferred
Previous Food packaging experience
Geographical proximity to the NY HQ office or one of the major production facilities
Previous Innovation/Renovation experience
Previous experience in onboarding a new specification management system
Benefits
Competitive salary, including a target bonus
Flexible Paid Time Off
Excellent health, dental & vision insurance
Wellness programs
Casual office dress code
Quarterly voucher for KIND bars
Training & tuition reimbursement program
Dynamic and ambitious work environment
Company
KIND
KIND is more than just a brand of whole nut and fruit bars made from ingredients you can see and pronounce®—it is also a movement and way of being.
501-1,000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Mars
2020-11-17Acquired· by Mars
2017-11-29Corporate Round· Undisclosed
Leadership Team
Selvam Ratinasabapati
SVP and CTO, KIND and Mars Health & Wellness Business Unit
Beth Jarocki
Chief Customer Officer
Recent News
2024-04-08
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