Sr. Packaging Engineer I - R&D Packaging

Description Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.As part of a cross-functional team, you will lead the development of innovative and efficient packaging solutions for our US Cakes & Pastries brands, such asCA!,Oreo,BelVita, 7 Days. This role requires a passion for packaging, strong technicalexpertise, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.How you will contributeDeliver against multiple C&P brands: You willbe responsible forthe development and execution of packaging projects across various stages, frominitialconcept to final implementation.Execute Packaging Development: You will plan and manage projects in alignment with R&D, marketing, and manufacturing requirements. Bench top experimentation: Conducting tests to evaluate material properties and performance.Pilot plant trials: Testing packaging designs in a scaled-down manufacturing environment.Plant trials: Validating packaging performance in a full-scale production setting.Ensure Compliance: You will adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) requirements to ensure product safety and quality.Lead plant trials for packaging materials, working with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Procurement, Business Development, Production, Supply Chain and Quality).Properly plan, coordinate, andreporteach trial, provideappropriate levelof technical support and troubleshooting to execute trialobjectivesand ensure proper documentation of each activity.Design,planand conduct analytical testing, linetrialsand package performance testing.Build andmaintainrelationships and constant communication with key pack material vendors on the development of new concepts, materials, and quality improvements.Leverage and challenge suppliers and partners to developnew technologiesand cost advantaged and sustainable packaging formats and materials to achieve business goals.Ability to generate,developand execute packaging ideas byleveragingboth existing equipment in the company and new equipment.Leverage Technical Skills: You willutilizeyour knowledge of materials, design principles, and manufacturing processes to create technically sound and aesthetically pleasing packaging solutions, from primary pack to pallet municate Effectively: You will effectively communicate project status, risks, and results to stakeholders. You will also create technical reports, analyze data, and make recommendations based on your findings.Contribute to Intellectual Property Development: You will play an active role inidentifyingand protecting intellectual property related to packaging innovations.Troubleshoot issues that arise from package development, linetrialsand commercialization with limited supervision.What you will bringA desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:Technical Expertise: A strong understanding of packaging materials, processes, and design principles.Problem-Solving Abilities: The ability toidentifyand solve technical problems effectively, independently, and as part of a team.Data Analysis Skills: The ability to interpret data, draw conclusions, and make informed munication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills, including technical writing, to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.Collaboration: A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.Ability to get results through working with a diverse team. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage complexity.Executional excellence, timemanagementand problem-solving competenciesMore about this roleWhat you need to know about this position:Cross-Functional Collaboration: You will work closely with teams in product development, marketing, quality, procurement, finance, supply chain, and suppliers.Project Management: You willbe responsible formanaging the execution of packaging development projects from start to novation and Continuous Improvement: You will play a key role in driving packaging innovation and improving existing packaging processesWhat extra ingredients you will bring:Graphics: A deep understanding of the printing process and its impact on packaging performance.Product Packaging Interactions: A comprehensive knowledge of the relationship between products, packaging, and manufacturing processes to ensureoptimalproduct quality and consumer munication and Collaboration: The ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels and work collaboratively within a diverse team.Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Strong problem-solving skills, a proactive approach toidentifyingand addressing challenges, and the ability to learn on the fly.Breakthrough Mindset: A willingness to challenge the status quo, think creatively, and drive innovative packaging solutions.Education / Certifications:Bachelor of Science degree in Packaging Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.Job specific requirements:Minimum of 5 years ina packagingdevelopment orin andR&D role.Travel requirements:Ability to travel up to 20% of the time for domestic vendor/manufacturing visitsWork schedule:Onsite role based in East Hanover, NJ.Salary and Benefits:The base salary range for this position is $86,900 to $119,515; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.No Relocation support availableBusiness Unit SummaryThe United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, weproduce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country. Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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Created: 2026-02-16