Industrial Design & Packaging Innovation Senior Manager

Industrial Design & Packaging Innovation Senior Manager

Packaging Innovation Lab (PIL) – Pepsi Co Plano, TX (Onsite, 40 hrs/week)

Woven Works is seeking a Industrial Design & Packaging Innovation Senior Manager to lead the Packaging Innovation Lab (PIL) at Pepsi Co's R&D Center in Plano, TX. The PIL is a cutting-edge prototyping facility that brings packaging innovation to life, leveraging advanced 2D/3D printing and rapid prototyping to deliver new-to-world concepts for Pepsi Co's brands.

In this role, you'll lead onsite operations, manage a high-performing team, and partner closely with Pepsi Co stakeholders to deliver high-quality packaging innovation at speed and scale.

Woven Works is a brand packaging design agency where strategy, creativity, and execution come together to drive growth for leading global brands.

We value curiosity, ownership, and bold thinking, and we're building a team that wants to shape what's next.

Lead the Lab & Team

• Manage and develop a team of 4 onsite designers/prototyping specialists
• Set the standard for quality, pace, and collaboration
• Ensure compliance with safety (EHS) and onsite policies

Drive Operations & Delivery

• Oversee intake, prioritization, and execution of all projects
• Manage multiple fast-moving work streams and shifting priorities
• Ensure consistent, high-quality delivery against tight timelines

Partner with Pepsi Co Stakeholders

• Serve as the primary day-to-day client lead
• Align on project scope, timing, and expectations
• Communicate proactively, including managing pushback when needed

Oversee Prototyping & Lab Capabilities

• Manage equipment, materials, and vendors
• Ensure maintenance, calibration, and operational readiness
• Recommend new tools and technologies to expand capabilities

Lead Innovation & Engagement

• Facilitate ideation, co-creation, and innovation sessions
• Act as a visible ambassador for the PIL (tours, presentations)
• Help teams navigate ambiguity and early-stage concepting

Ensure Continuity

• Coordinate with broader Woven Works teams for backup support
• Maintain seamless delivery during resource gaps

What We're Looking For

• 8+ years of experience in industrial design
• 8+ years of experience in packaging
• Strong background in structural packaging (CPG experience preferred)
• Advanced Solid Works (surface + solid modeling)
• Hands-on experience with rapid prototyping (2D/3D) tools and equipment
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex workflows
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous innovation environments

Nice to Have

• Degree in Industrial Design, Engineering, or related field
• Experience with Monday, Adobe Creative Suite, and Key Shot
• Knowledge of materials across additive and moulding processes
• Experience across the full product development lifecycle