Packaging Development Manager

Oleo-Fats Inc. (OFI); Quezon City; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Oleo-Fats, Inc. is seeking a Packaging Development Manager to oversee all packaging-related activities, including research and development, trials, compliance, and operational applications.

The role requires leading packaging development projects, evaluating materials, and ensuring compliance with ISO/ASTM standards. Ideal candidates will have an engineering background with ≥5 years in packaging development, plus drafting specifications and CAD skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher in an engineering field with focus on packaging is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in packaging development.
• Good knowledge of packaging standards such as ISO and ASTM.
• Experience drafting specification standards and supplier spec reviews.

Responsibilities

• Supervise packaging development activities from material research to testing and approval.
• Recommend appropriate packaging materials for each product.
• Conduct research on food safety and regulatory compliance.
• Stay updated on trends in packaging technology and sustainability.
• Ensure packaging material specifications are current with client requirements and regulations.
• Establish testing methods for validation and checking and review sample data against specs.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to implement specification changes.
• Track new material sourcing projects and coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Product Development, and Purchasing.
• Source new supplier leads by attending local and international trade shows and meetings.
• Identify and recommend packaging and process improvements to enhance product quality and line efficiency.

Skills

Packaging development

ISO/ASTM knowledge

Drafting specifications

CAD proficiency

Education

Engineering degree (Chemical/Industrial/Mechanical)

Tools

CAD

Job description

About the role

Oleo-Fats, Inc. is looking for a Packaging Development Manager to oversee all packaging-related activities, including research and development, trials, compliance, and operational applications.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise packaging development activities, from material research to testing and approval

• Recommend appropriate packaging materials for each product

• Conduct research on food safety and compliance with food and regulatory requirements

• Keep up with the latest trends in packaging technology and sustainability

• Ensure packaging material specifications are updated based on the latest client requirements and regulatory compliance

• Establish testing methods for validation and checking, and review sample evaluation data against supplier specifications

• Coordinate with stakeholders to implement specification changes

• Track new material sourcing projects and coordinate with Sales and Marketing, Product Development, and Purchasing

• Source new supplier leads by attending local and international trade shows, supplier meets, and conferences

• Identify and recommend packaging and process improvements to enhance product quality and line efficiency

About you

• Graduate of an engineering course such as Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering (Packaging Engineering is an advantage)

• At least 5 years of work experience in packaging development

• Good knowledge of packaging standards such as ISO and ASTM

• Good knowledge of drafting specification standards

• Proficiency in CAD and other packaging design software is an advantage

About us

Oleo-Fats, Inc. is looking for a Packaging Development Manager to oversee all packaging-related activities, including research and development, trials, compliance, and operational applications.