Packaging Project Leader – Capital Projects

Mars; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars Snacking North America Packaging engineering team is seeking a Regional Project Engineer based in Chicago, IL, or at one of our Mars sites. The role oversees projects from ideation through closure, including distribution, palletizing and warehousing initiatives, in line with the Mars Snacking Engineering Execution Standard.

The position requires a BS in Engineering, 4+ years in a technical role (food/beverage/pharma), and a proven ability to deliver capital projects >$1M.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering with 4+ years in a technical role (food/beverage/pharma).
• Proven track record delivering capital projects >$1M.
• Experience managing consultants and contractors in a factory environment.
• Knowledge of packaging engineering and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide innovative packaging engineering solutions.
• Accurately scope and estimate capital projects.
• Coordinate with R&D, Quality, Commercial, Finance to align objectives.
• Ensure delivery of scope, timeline, budget, and cash flow per EWP.
• Onsite management of contractors and OEMs during installation.
• Lead commissioning, validation, and startup of equipment.

Skills

Packaging engineering

Capital project mgmt

Food safety knowledge

Contractor management

Stakeholder communication

Education

BS in Engineering

Job description

Mars Snacking North America Packaging engineering team is seeking a Regional Project Engineer based in Chicago, IL, or at one of our Mars sites. The role oversees projects from ideation through closure, including distribution, palletizing and warehousing initiatives, in line with the Mars Snacking Engineering Execution Standard.

The position requires a BS in Engineering, 4+ years in a technical role (food/beverage/pharma), and a proven ability to deliver capital projects >$1M.