[US DC] Associate Director, Packaging
Core
Provide technical leadership for the development, qualification, and continuous improvement of packaging systems to safely deliver fresh food to consumers.
Role type
Associate Director, Packaging Science
Builds
Temperature-controlled packaging systems for perishable food delivery
Domain
Food & Beverage / Cold Chain Logistics / Packaging Engineering
Required skills
packaging materials and structures, temperature-controlled distribution, thermal testing, packaging qualification protocols, supplier technical management, cross-functional collaboration, risk assessment, data analysis
Preferred skills
advanced degree in Packaging/Food/Materials Science, experience with sustainable packaging solutions, mentorship of technical teams
Technologies
insulated shippers, phase-change materials, thermal testing equipment, packaging simulation tools
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain packaging standards and technical specifications; Define and validate thermal requirements for insulated shipping systems; Lead packaging qualification and validation programs; Partner with Food Safety to prevent contamination and temperature excursions; Develop innovative sustainable packaging solutions; Drive continuous improvement using performance and quality data
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
