Packaging Coordinator

Institute of Packaging Professionals; Vermont; Híbrido; USD 51.000 - 69.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Company-paid disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Volunteer hours

Profit sharing

ESOP

Descripción de la vacante

King Arthur Baking Company in White River Junction, VT is seeking a Packaging Coordinator to support packaging development, testing, documentation, and project coordination with a focus on performance, sustainability, and compliance.

This role maintains packaging specifications, project timelines, testing records, data summaries, pallet patterns, and status updates under guidance from the Sustainable Packaging Manager.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in packaging or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in packaging, coordination, or related roles.
• Foundational understanding of packaging materials, documentation, project tracking, data entry, or testing processes preferred.
• Experience working in a cross-functional environment is valued.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain packaging specifications, item master data, project documentation, and related records in PLM, ERP, SharePoint, Smartsheet, and other systems.
• Coordinate packaging development, sustainability, commercialization, and continuous improvement projects under the Packaging Manager.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, trackers, and status reports for project execution and stakeholder communication.
• Support packaging testing activities, including sample coordination and documentation in line with ASTM/ISTA standards.
• Compile and summarize packaging performance, sustainability, testing data, and project outcomes to aid decisions.
• Document testing methodologies, results, and corrective actions per internal standards.
• Research packaging materials, technologies, suppliers, and sustainability trends to support innovation.
• Coordinate supplier communications and material tracking for packaging evaluations and projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to implement packaging changes and maintain change control.
• Develop and maintain pallet patterns, load configurations, shipping diagrams, and packaging artwork, labeling, dieline, and proof documentation to support efficient and compliant distribution across wholesale, retail, and club sales channels.

Conocimientos

Packaging basics

Documentation

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Data entry

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Educación

Bachelor's degree in packaging

Herramientas

PLM systems

ERP systems

SharePoint

Smartsheet

Descripción del empleo

Meet Us:King Arthur Baking Company has been sharing the joy of baking since 1790. Headquartered in Norwich, Vermont, we’re the ultimate baking resource - providing education, inspiration, and the highest quality products, all while fostering connections and community through baking. Our superior flours and mixes are available in supermarkets nationwide, and our direct-to-consumer business - website and retail stores - offers an even wider selection of specialty baking ingredients, mixes, gluten-free products, baking tools, and more. We bring baking education to millions of bakers through our cookbooks, podcast, recipe app, website, and baking school. We’re proud to be 100% employee-owned, which means everyone who works here has a real voice and a shared stake in what we do. This creates a strong sense of community built on trust, teamwork, and love of baking. As a benefit corporation, we’re committed to the best interests of all our stakeholders - employees, our local communities, our broader community of bakers, and our planet. Join us and help spread the joy of baking. King Arthur - where, as an employee-owner, your passion and ideas can truly make a difference.

The Position:ThePackaging Coordinatorsupports packaging development, testing, documentation, and project coordination for packaging initiatives with a focus on performance, sustainability, and compliance with internal and external standards. This role maintains packaging specifications, project timelines, testing records, data summaries, pallet patterns, and status updates under the guidance of the Sustainable Packaging Manager. The Packaging Coordinator works cross-functionally with operations, sourcing, quality, and other internal stakeholders to support the implementation of packaging solutions and ensure accurate, timely communication of project information.

The Benefits:Yes, we have the standard "stuff" - medical, dental, vision, company paid short- and long-term disability, life insurance, paid parental leave, paid time off to rest, paid holidays to have fun, a 401(k) with a company match.But here's what makes us different:40 paid volunteer hours a year, profit sharing*, participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)* and knowing that those working with you are dedicated and engaged co-employee owners that believe in you and your extraordinary abilities to move us all forward.

The Location:Hybrid combining working from home, and onsite in White River Junction VT roughly once per quarter. Ideal candidates will be located within 120 miles of our offices.

The Pay:$50,900 to $69,300 annual salary; commensurate with experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain packaging specifications, item master data, project documentation, and related records within PLM, ERP, SharePoint, Smartsheet, and other applicable systems.
• Coordinate packaging development, sustainability, commercialization, and continuous improvement projects under the direction of the Packaging Manager.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, trackers, status reports, and supporting documentation to facilitate project execution and stakeholder communication.
• Support packaging testing activities, including sample coordination, laboratory logistics, scheduling, documentation, and record retention in accordance with ASTM and ISTA standards.
• Compile, analyze, and summarize packaging performance, sustainability, testing, and project data to support recommendations and decision-making.
• Document testing methodologies, results, conclusions, corrective actions, and project outcomes in accordance with internal standards and best practices.
• Research packaging materials, technologies, suppliers, and sustainability trends to support innovation, evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate supplier communications, sample requests, material tracking, and follow-up activities to support packaging evaluations and projects.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams and external suppliers to implement packaging changes, maintain change control documentation, and support project execution.
• Develop and maintain pallet patterns, load configurations, shipping diagrams, and packaging artwork, labeling, dieline, and proof documentation to support efficient and compliant distribution across wholesale, retail, and club sales channels.

Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree in packaging or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience, including internships, co-ops, administrative coordination, project coordination, packaging, quality, sourcing, operations, or entry-level technical roles.
• Foundational understanding of packaging materials, documentation, project tracking, data entry, or testing processes preferred.
• Experience working in a cross functional environment preferred.
• We value those who can demonstrate capability and articulate how prior experiences will help them transition into this role.

Competencies

• Organization and Follow-Through: Maintains accurate documentation, trackers, timelines, and project records; follows up on open items and keeps work moving.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in specifications, data summaries, testing records, pallet pattern documentation, and status updates.
• Communication and Collaboration: Communicates clearly with cross functional partners and summarizes technical information in a clear, practical way.
• Data and Documentation Accuracy: Compiles, reviews, and summarizes data to support packaging performance, sustainability, testing, and decision-making.
• Curiosity and Continuous Learning: Builds knowledge of packaging materials, sustainability practices, testing methods, and internal standards.
• Problem Solving: Identifies documentation gaps, project risks, discrepancies, or follow up needs and escalates appropriately.
• Adaptability: Responds effectively to shifting project needs, timelines, and stakeholder requests.

Success Factors

• Genuine enthusiasm for King Arthur's mission and products and a commitment to living our values
• Demonstrates a strong sense of community by actively engaging and volunteering

Physical Requirements/Work