Packaging Engineer - Plano, Texas

• Packaging Engineer to support PepsiCo business with proven technical packaging expertise and ability to develop and commercialize new packaging designs for both Innovation and Sustainability for Foods category.  
• Candidate to work closely with Marketing, Sales, Operations, Purchasing and Finance to create new business opportunities as well as develop packaging solutions for established projects to help grow the business. 
• Candidate will also collaborate with Product Development on packaging / product requirements i.e., functionality, product protection, shelf life etc. and will be responsible for developing and maintaining packaging specifications.
• Must create "go to market" solutions that deliver product efficiently via multiple distribution platforms and maintain a current understanding of packaging technologies within internal plants and co-packers, as well as technology developments within the packaging industry.   
• Candidate will be required to demonstrate ability to incorporate those technologies to optimize overall system cost and efficiency

• Work experience in the development and execution of primary, secondary and tertiary packaging materials and have knowledge of the interrelationship with equipment.
• Strong project management skills in developing project timelines with multiple cross-functional touch points, and managing platform and project budgets, in addition to tracking of spend
• Must have strong conceptual, analytical and technical skills with excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Maintain open communication and build strong relationships with internal & external teams from suppliers to cross functional support.
• Strong project management skills
• Analytical thinking
• Innovative thinking
• Ability to follow technical stage gate process, create package development plan & timeline and manage project budget
• Must demonstrate an ability to thrive in a fast-paced and consumer driven environment.
• 15-25% domestic travel
• BS in Packaging Science, Chemical, Mechanical, Plastics Engineering or equivalent
• 2-3 years work experience within food/beverage packaging

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $61,700 - $103,250 based on a full-time schedule.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills and experience will be considered in setting actual starting salary
•  Bonus based on performance and eligibility; target payout is 5% of annual salary paid out annually.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

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