Ken's Foods · 8 hours ago
R&D Packaging Engineer I
Marlborough, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $110K/yr
3+ years expKen's Foods is responsible for leading the design and technical development of packaging solutions for both new and existing products. The role involves collaborating with project teams and vendors, creating specifications, and providing support to production facilities.
Food ProcessingRetail
Responsibilities
Lead the development of new packaging designs and enhancements to existing packaging, focusing on cost reduction, manufacturing performance improvements, and innovation across primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging
Manage relationships with packaging suppliers to ensure effective project execution and recommend or qualify new suppliers as needed
Define, maintain, and update packaging specifications and protocols to ensure material consistency
Assist in, coordinate, and execute line trials at appropriate manufacturing facilities to validate quality attributes and performance metrics
Offer technical expertise for small to mid-scale operational challenges related to packaging, collaborating directly with operations and suppliers to identify root causes of recurring issues
Design, review, evaluate, and test various packaging proposals
Serve as a vital contributor and maintain strong connections with Ken’s Foods Sales, Marketing, R&D, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain teams
Identify and implement opportunities to standardize materials, thereby reducing complexity and enabling volume-leveraged pricing for packaging components
Apply knowledge to new or ambiguous situations to resolve problems and advance projects
Participate in relevant industry organizations and attend trade shows or conferences to enhance professional knowledge
Maintain a strong commitment to safety; management and frontline supervisors are responsible for fostering a culture of safety and ensuring a safe workplace environment
Lead by example to ensure our highest quality manufacturing practices are being met
Ensure team members follow all Ken’s Food Safety and GMP policies
Ensure all work is completed in a safe and sanitary manner
Ensure team members produce product free of contamination
Ensure team members Report any suspicious activities anywhere in or around the plant
Ensure team members Inspect work area for any possible product contamination issues on a continuous basis
Qualification
Required
BS/MS in Package Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
3 - 10 years of experience in Packaging Development
Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Solid understanding and experience with paperboard, corrugate, film, and plastic packaging materials
Ability to execute multiple tasks at once and is learning how to leverage others to accomplish a goal
Ability to anticipate needs, understands business priorities, and can prioritize own time within and across projects
Diligent, Strong Follow Up Skills
Must be initiative-taking, discovering solutions, deliver results effectively
Company
Ken's Foods
Ken's Foods is a food production company that produces sauces and marinades.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Gary Beisaw
Chief People Officer
John Pritchard
Chief Marketing Officer
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