Packaging Development Project Manager

TGC Search; Woodcliff Lake (NJ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TGC Search is seeking a Packaging Development Project Manager in New Jersey to oversee packaging programs from concept through production and delivery. The role requires coordinating clients, internal teams, and manufacturing partners, while managing timelines and risks.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of juggling multiple projects with strong communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams. Hybrid on-site collaboration is expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of packaging, project management, manufacturing or consumer products experience.
• Experience managing projects with multiple stakeholders, deadlines and deliverables.
• Strong organization and project management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Independent work style with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage packaging projects from development through production and final delivery.
• Coordinate multiple projects, timelines, milestones, approvals, and deliverables.
• Serve as the primary coordination point among internal teams, clients, suppliers, and production partners.
• Track project progress and maintain accurate status information.
• Identify delays, production issues, and supply risks and develop solutions.
• Coordinate development of packaging samples, specs, and production materials.
• Review packaging documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Confirm manufacturing capacity, timing and delivery requirements.
• Coordinate with logistics partners to ensure shipment and delivery.

Skills

Project management

Packaging knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

PM software

Job description

Compensation:

Competitive, based on experience

Position Summary

A growing consumer products organization is seeking a Packaging Development Project Manager to oversee packaging programs from commercial approval through development, production, and delivery.

This position serves as the central point of coordination between clients, internal departments, manufacturing partners, and logistics providers. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously while keeping stakeholders informed of timelines, issues, and progress.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Manage packaging projects from initial development through production and final delivery
• Coordinate multiple projects, timelines, milestones, approvals, and deliverables simultaneously
• Serve as the primary point of coordination among internal teams, clients, suppliers, and production partners
• Track project progress and maintain accurate status information
• Identify potential delays, production issues, and supply risks and develop solutions

Packaging Development & Production

• Coordinate development of packaging samples, specifications, and production materials
• Work with manufacturing partners to ensure projects remain on schedule
• Review packaging and production documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Confirm manufacturing capacity, production timing, and delivery requirements
• Coordinate with logistics partners to ensure successful shipment and delivery

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Commercial teams
• Coordinate information and approvals between internal and external stakeholders
• Help resolve development and production challenges
• Maintain clear communication throughout each stage of the project

Client Communication

• Provide clients with regular updates regarding project timelines and milestones
• Communicate potential risks, delays, and recommended solutions
• Maintain professional relationships with client contacts and external partners
• Ensure expectations remain aligned from development through delivery

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in packaging, project management, manufacturing, consumer products, or a related environment
• Experience managing projects involving multiple stakeholders, deadlines, and deliverables
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams

Preferred Experience

• Experience with custom or specialty packaging
• Exposure to consumer packaged goods or related manufacturing environmentsFamiliarity with packaging production processes and materials
• Experience working with domestic and international manufacturing partners
• Understanding of supply chain, production, or logistics processes

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard business collaboration tools
• Experience using project management or workflow tracking systems
• Ability to review packaging specifications, production documents, and related files
• Hybrid position with regular on-site collaboration
• Supports U.S.-based customer and product programs
• May require coordination with international suppliers and partners
• Occasional flexibility outside standard business hours may be necessary around important production or delivery milestones

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to take ownership of packaging projects that move from development into real-world production and delivery. The role combines project management, packaging development, manufacturing coordination, supply chain, and client interaction, providing broad exposure to the full packaging lifecycle. The position offers the opportunity to work with cross-functional teams and external manufacturing partners while developing deeper expertise in packaging, production, and consumer products.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged