Senior Packaging Engineering Manager

Senior Packaging Engineering Manager

We are seeking a hands-on Senior Manager, Packaging Engineering to support our Twin Falls Operations team. This role is focused on manufacturing floor execution, equipment performance, and reliability- ensuring packaging systems run efficiently and consistently at high levels of OEE. This position is embedded in plant operations and focused on execution, troubleshooting, and performance. This leader will serve as a self-starter and technical problem solver, working closely with Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance to troubleshoot issues, stabilize performance, and drive performance improvement across packaging lines.

The role also plays a critical part in transitioning packaging systems from new product development into day-to-day operations, ensuring solutions are scalable, sustainable, and operationally sound. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in corrugate, sleeves, and overwrap systems, along with experience managing supplier execution and packaging specifications. This is an onsite role in our Twin Falls, Idaho plant and is not eligible for remote/hybrid schedules, relocation assistance is available.

Key Responsibilities

• Floor-Based Operations & Troubleshooting
• Act as a hands-on, floor-based leader supporting daily packaging operations
• Diagnose and resolve equipment, material, and process issues in real time
• Partner closely with Operations and Maintenance teams to drive line stability and performance
• Own and drive improvements in OEE, uptime, and waste reduction
• Packaging Systems Expertise
• Serve as SME for secondary and tertiary packaging, with a strong focus on:
• Corrugate (cases, trays, structural performance)
• Sleeves
• Overwrap systems
• Optimize the interaction between equipment, materials, and process conditions to improve overall line performance
• Start-Up, Validation & Continuous Improvement
• Support line start-ups, commissioning, and validation activities
• Identify and drive solutions to chronic losses and inefficiencies
• Lead performance improvement initiatives focused on throughput, cost, and reliability
• Supplier Execution & Specifications
• Own packaging specifications and ensure proper execution with suppliers
• Build and manage strong relationships with key suppliers (e.g., corrugate vendors such as PCA)
• Drive supplier quality, performance, and accountability
• Ensure materials consistently meet performance expectations in live production environments
• Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership
• Serve as a key technical partner to Plant Leadership, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Procurement
• Lead and develop packaging engineering talent
• Influence decisions that improve plant performance and packaging capabilities

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Mechanical, or related Engineering field
• 7+ years of experience in packaging engineering within a manufacturing environment
• 2+ years of leadership experience a plus
• Strong, hands-on experience supporting high-speed production lines
• Deep expertise in:
  Corrugated packaging systems Sleeves and overwrap technologies
• Proven ability to troubleshoot equipment and material issues on the manufacturing floor
• Proven ability to improve OEE, reliability, and performance, with a hands-on approach to understanding how equipment, materials, and supplier execution impact line performance
• Experience working directly with suppliers, specifications, and material performance
• Self-starter with strong ownership mindset and ability to work cross-functionally

About Us

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers – Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives.

Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at cafés nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages  2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals. Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world – putting humanity first in everything it does.

The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond. Chobani manufactures its products in New York, Idaho, Michigan and Australia, and its products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets.

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. The salary range for this full-time position is $ - $, + bonus + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is…