Senior Packaging Engineer

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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.
• Provide detailed packaging design and engineering support throughout the lifecycle of capital initiatives including PFD, P&, equipment specifications, and system layouts.
• Champion seamless design integration with broader project goals including cost, schedule, safety and quality.
• Evaluate vendor proposals, and direct third-party engineering firms, OEMs and other external partners to ensure design excellence and on-time project delivery.
• Collaborate closely with standards, QA, 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.

• 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.
• or 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.

• 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.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401(k) with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Requisition: 372899

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