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    Packaging Process Development Manager - Green Bay, United States - Nature's Way

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    Welcome to a better way, an authentic way. Welcome to Nature's Way. Inside our minds, inside our hearts, inside our business, inside our bottles.
    Our reason for being, the purpose that inspires our work every day, is quite simple: Help people live healthy lives. When we help people live healthy lives, we build a happier, healthier world for everyone. How we go about our work drives TRUST in who we are, what we do, and the products we produce. That means something important to the world, and it means the world to us.
    People TRUST

    • Our products to be the gold standard
    • Our words to be true
    • Our claims to be honest,
    • Our actions to have integrity.
    Together we work with an awareness of how even small actions affect others, an attitude of kindness and concern for each other, and a drive for action that helps people live healthy lives.
    It's the best way. The right way. The only way. Nature's Way.

    SUMMARY

    The Packaging Process Development Manager leads the technical development of packaging solutions for new and existing products. They will drive the packaging process development from product concept through commercialization of primary packaging, and drive continuous improvement to resolve packaging related issues in operations, improve packaging performance, cost etc. This role requires a detail-orientated person who will be responsible for leading projects within the new product introduction & packaging development portfolio. In addition, the Packaging Process Development Manager will work closely with Supply Chain to leverage existing relationships with technical packaging vendors and to understand packaging process constrains with a focus on packaging components, packaging testing and packaging operations line. This role will also work closely with packaging suppliers and contract manufacturers to recommend, review, test and identify costs for various packaging process proposals.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
    • Serves as the packaging technical lead in establishment of new/revision of existing packaging specifications across all phases of development. Responsible for the creation and maintenance of packaging specifications within SAP.
    • Leads line trials for packaging materials, works with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Strategic Sourcing, R&D, Production, Supply Chain and Quality). Properly plan, coordinate and report each trial, provide appropriate level of technical support and troubleshooting to execute trial objectives and ensure proper documentation of each activity.
    • Design, plan and conduct analytical testing, line trials and package performance testing; evaluate and interpret technical data findings and clearly communicate results to stakeholders.
    • Support and maintain relationships and constant communication with key pack material vendors on the development of new concepts, materials, and quality improvements.
    • Troubleshoot issues that arise from package development, line trials and commercialization with limited supervision. Perform root-cause analysis and technical problem solving to packaging quality issues.
    • Identifies and implements packaging material/component standardization opportunities associated to manufacturing, materials, and overall package quality.
    • Drives technical matters with packaging suppliers, with a focus on product sensory, product-packaging interactions and packaging shelf-life expectations.
    • Challenges conventional thinking on packaging related subjects by implementing creative solutions to continuous improvement activities and revenue driving initiatives.
    • Manages multiple projects of either a continuous improvement nature (cost savings, productivity gains, and process improvements) sustainability, or to fulfill a specific business need – with a primary focus on consumer led innovations to drive revenue.
    • Works closely with R&D, Operations, Finance, Quality Assurance, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Maintenance and Engineering to adequately understand and meet business needs and requirements related packaging process development, while overcoming business challenges.
    • Developer and guardian of system standards, ensure compliance to specified requirements for packaging materials/specifications and finished pack quality, and standard packaging line parameters.

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
    This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

    QUALIFICATIONS
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
    BS in Packaging Science or Packaging Engineering or BS in mechanical engineering with at least 5 years relevant Packaging R&D experience. Master's a plus.

    OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
    • 5+ years' experience preferred in packaging or related field of work.
    • Knowledge of dietary supplement and/or consumer packaged goods, packaging fundamentals and application to the product development process are required.
    • Robust experience in utilizing scientific principles to solve technical problems. Technical leadership and strong project management, proven for complex initiatives and programs.
    • Knowledge of packaging sustainability, and market trends within the industry is a plus.
    • Knowledge of CAD programs and/or Adobe illustrator is a plus.
    • Ideal candidate must be capable of working in a fast-paced, team environment with minimal direct supervision and the ability to adhere to aggressive deadlines.
    • Ideal candidate is expected to provide overall leadership for the packaging function including the development, testing, and validation of packaging systems, packaging equipment, and manufacturing processes to support market releases and commercial product launches.
    As a Nature's Way employee, you'll enjoy a wide variety of benefits that offer the support you need to truly live what you believe.
    All benefits are effective on day 1 of employment.
    Medical Option to select either a PPO plan or one of 2 high – deductible medical plans that includes a company contribution to your personal health savings bank account.
    Dental Delta Dental PPO & an option to select an enhanced dental plan.
    Vision Routine preventative coverage under medical plan and an option to elect additional voluntary coverage
    Time Off All employees receive 11 holidays off per year, as well as paid time off that starts at a minimum of two weeks per year.
    401K Plan Company match of up to 4% as long as employees contribute a minimum of 6% to the account. An additional profit-sharing contribution is also made to employee accounts if the company meets its annual targets.
    You'll also enjoy a variety of other benefits that support your long-term health and wellness:
    • Company provided short-term & long-term disability
    • Life and AD&D insurance
    • Flexible spending accounts
    • Voluntary critical illness & accident coverage
    • New parent phase-in program & paternity leave
    • Educational assistance reimbursement
    • Product discounts & a wellness program

    Start Helping People live Healthy lives today

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR c)

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