Job Description

Who We Are

At Freshpet, our goal is to change the way people nourish their pets forever. We strive to strengthen the bond between people and our pets so that we both live longer, healthier, and happier lives while being kind to the planet. We believe that if we can create fresh, real foods that pets love and help them live healthier lives, that their pet parents will also enjoy the many benefits of a rich life shared with a pet. IT’S AMAZING WHAT CAN HAPPEN WHEN YOU START COMPLETELY FRESH!

What You Will Do

The Packaging Engineer is responsible for packaging development in support of new products, cost savings projects, process development, and manufacturing/supply chain initiatives. This role combines technical knowledge, project management and cross-functional team communications skills to provide a strong source of packaging capabilities. Required skills paired with a passion for excellence and an entrepreneurial mindset will be important keys to success for the right candidate. The Packaging Engineer will be located at Freshpet Bethlehem, PA facility and supports business needs for consumer products in both internal and external manufacturing locations.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Design, develop, coordinate, and commercialize new packaging for product development projects
• Interact across all levels & functions and participate in project planning activities
• Research package options, manage project time & risk, produce prototypes, conduct tests, integrate manufacturing processes, engage suppliers, and overall communications
• Create complete and accurate packaging specifications reflecting materials that can be produced consistently and run efficiently on packaging lines
• Formulate and execute experimental design and conduct validation testing to predict package performance, durability, reliability, and consumer function
• Stay abreast of relevant market and consumer trends in packaging seeking opportunities to align product portfolios with innovative packaging concepts and methods
• Collaborate with suppliers, R&D, Quality, Operations, Manufacturing & Finance to initiate and execute packaging-centric continuous improvement projects geared towards improving quality, lowering cost and/or increasing capacity
• Troubleshoot packaging issues on production lines to assist with identifying and implementing solutions
• Communicate implications of material and structure changes to manufacturing plants and co-manufacturers, and ensure appropriate testing and its successful introduction

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Package Engineering or an alternate relevant technical discipline (required)
• Minimum 8-10 years (preferred) of packaging development and project management experience as part of a cross functional team within the Food and Beverage industry
• Applied knowledge in areas of corrugated, paperboard cartons, labels, flexibles/laminates, various print methods, and/or thermoforms for wet/refrigerated products
• Knowledge of refrigerated distribution, modified atmosphere packaging, SQF
• Experience writing packaging specifications
• Experience with ArtiosCAD and TOPS Pro software
• Strong project management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to self-direct and take constructive action in ambiguous situations
• Ability to prioritize work and manage several projects at a time
• Quality-oriented mindset, strong sense of urgency & attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Position will be on-site in Bethlehem PA facility
• 10-20% domestic travel

What We Offer

At Freshpet, we offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, basic and optional life insurance, short- and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan with company match, paid parental leave, pet insurance, tuition assistance, a generous PTO plan and so much more!

Our Commitment to a Diverse Workforce:

Freshpet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”).

Disclaimers

Freshpet is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Freshpet via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Freshpet. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Freshpet as a result of the referral or through other means.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

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