Foods Packaging Senior Principal Engineer
Core
Lead packaging R&D strategy and execution for the Sabra business unit, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and cost optimization for food packaging.
Role type
Senior Principal Engineer (Packaging R&D)
Builds
New consumer propositions and optimized packaging solutions for the Sabra portfolio
Domain
Food & Beverage / Packaging Materials & Manufacturing
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Packaging materials science, polymer science, packaging equipment technologies, business/financial analysis, project management, technical stage gate process management, primary/secondary/tertiary packaging development
Preferred skills
Rigid plastic packaging (PET, HDPE, Polypropylene) experience, leadership of small teams, cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
PET, HDPE, Polypropylene, packaging equipment technologies
Responsibilities
Develop short and long-term packaging strategies; Lead a team of 1-2 associates; Partner with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Supply Chain, etc.); Ensure regulatory compliance; Drive sustainability initiatives
Seniority
Senior Principal, strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise