Senior Packaging Engineer

Nestlé SA; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in St. Louis is seeking a Senior Packaging Engineer to lead technical projects in the packaging of pet foods and treats. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in packaging systems design and a background in food processing technologies. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety regulations and collaborating with teams to drive innovation. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

401k with Company match

Healthcare coverage

Performance-based incentives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in packaging systems design and project execution.
• 7+ years of experience if holding an Associate's degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of packaging engineering functions.
• Provide detailed packaging design support throughout capital initiatives.
• Champion design integration with project goals.
• Evaluate vendor proposals and ensure design excellence.
• Collaborate with quality assurance and engineering teams.

Skills

Packaging systems design

Project execution

Collaboration

Food processing technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Associate's degree in applicable technical discipline

Job description

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

As a Senior Packaging Engineer, you will serve as a critical technical leader responsible for the design, development and optimization of end-to-end systems in the production of wet and dry pet foods, pet treats and cat litter. Your scope could encompass all operations—from raw ingredient unloading through final product packaging. You will leverage your expertise in food processing technologies to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality manufacturing outcomes.

• Lead the planning, execution and coordination of complex packaging engineering functions across multiple capital projects and deliver innovative solutions in integrated food processing unit operations
• Provide detailed packaging design and engineering support throughout the lifecycle of capital initiatives including process flow diagrams (PFD), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), equipment specifications and system layouts
• Champion seamless design integration with broader project goals including cost, schedule, safety and quality
• Evaluate vendor proposals for alignment with performance and compliance standards and direct third-party engineering firms, original equipment manufacturers (OEM), and other external partners to ensure design excellence and on-time project delivery
• Collaborate closely with standards, quality assurance, operations, maintenance and capital engineering teams to ensure that process systems support innovation, food safety and continuous improvement initiatives
• Confirm that all designs and process changes adhere to company standards, industry best practices, food safety regulations and environmental compliance requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline with 5+ years of experience in packaging systems design and project execution in a manufacturing, industrial, military or related environment

• Associate’s degree in applicable technical discipline with 7+ years of experience in packaging systems design and project execution in a manufacturing, industrial, military or related environment

Other

• Must be willing to travel approximately 30% or more to meet business needs

The approximate pay range for this position is $100,000 - $130,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at: About Us | Making an Impact | Nestle Careers (nestlejobs.com).

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