Welch's · 1 week ago
Senior Manager, Packaging Engineering
Waltham, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$165K/yr - $175K/yr
10+ years expWelch's is on a journey towards becoming the global leader of convenient, fruit-based food and beverages. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Packaging to lead the packaging and process engineering team, focusing on high-impact projects and advancing packaging strategy while ensuring technical excellence and sustainability.
E-CommerceFood and Beverage
Responsibilities
Manage, coach, and develop engineers in packaging and process disciplines, building technical mastery and fostering cross-functional collaboration
Serve as the R&D lead on partnered projects, translating consumer and business needs into packaging and process solutions that deliver growth, cost, and sustainability objectives
Contribute to Welch’s packaging strategy, ensuring alignment with innovation priorities, sustainability goals, and long-term business needs
Ensure packaging design choices are manufacturable and resilient by embedding process considerations early in development
Drive initiatives to meet Welch’s ESG commitments, including recyclable, reusable, and renewable solutions
Lead relationships with key suppliers and technology partners, bringing forward emerging solutions
Partner with other R&D team members on lab and pilot plant capabilities, standards, and systems to ensure robust commercialization and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive experience in Packaging Development, Process Engineering, or related technical roles within Food & Beverage or CPG
BS/MS in Packaging, Engineering, or related technical discipline (advanced degree preferred)
Proven track record leading packaging innovation from concept through commercialization
Demonstrated leadership in managing teams, building capability, and shaping functional strategy
Strong understanding of packaging material science, process technologies, and manufacturing systems
Experience in structural package design, including CAD modeling and design-for-manufacture principles
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing sustainability strategies, including use of sustainable materials, design for recyclability, and execution of Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs)
Experience partnering with suppliers and co-manufacturers to drive innovation and ensure supply continuity
Knowledge of sustainability frameworks, packaging regulations, and consumer trends
Willingness to travel (20-30%)
Benefits
Paid Time Off and Holidays: Enjoy time away from the office to rest and recharge
Paid Volunteer Time Off: 40 hours of paid volunteer time for all non-union employees
Development & Advancement: Access to LinkedIn Learning as well as both formal and informal opportunities to develop and grow your career
Compensation Package Consisting of Competitive Base Salary and Annual Incentive Plan (Bonus)
401K plan with Generous Company Match
Flexible Benefits from your first day: Choose the benefits that meet your needs and preferences
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Accounts
Life and accident insurance
Employee Assistance Programs
Tuition reimbursement program
Additional benefits available through Perks at Work
Paid parental (and adoption) leave - Available after 12 months of employment
Company
Welch's
Official Welch's Pinterest Page. Grape Goodness, juicy ideas, recipes & fun snacks! www.welchs.com
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andrew Hartshorn
Chief Brand Innovation Officer
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