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Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives.
Want to make an impact?
As a Sr. Developer, Packaging, you will be instrumental in bringing a groundbreaking new product line to life. Your technical expertise and passion for creative problem-solving will directly influence how consumers experience our candy, by developing inventive, consumer-centric packaging solutions. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and engaging with senior leadership, you’ll drive projects that enhance our brand and support our long-term strategic growth.
Ways you will make a difference
Lead the ideation, design, prototyping, and development of innovative packaging solutions focused on delivering memorable consumer experiences for new product lines. Translate creative concepts into functional, manufacturable packaging using your technical skills and collaborative mindset. Oversee the technical development process from conception to industrialization, ensuring solutions are viable for manufacturing—internally or at co-packers. Work closely with Marketing, R&D, Industrial Design, Procurement, and Manufacturing teams to align on design, feasibility, cost, timing, and quality. Identify, develop, and onboard suppliers and vendors in partnership with the Packaging Procurement team, ensuring all technical and quality standards are met. Coordinate day-to-day packaging workstreams, manage timelines, and escalate issues as needed to keep projects on track. Present conceptual and analytical packaging solutions to senior stakeholders, incorporating feedback and driving decision-making alignment. Combine industry and category insights with analytics to identify new opportunities and enhance our Experiential Candy offerings.
Skills that will make you successful
Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with packaging materials and processes such as thermoforming, injection molding, and incorporation of oxygen/moisture barriers for food applications. Proficiency with design and engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks). Demonstrated experience in new product development, from concept through launch. Creative and collaborative mindset, with the ability to turn ideas into working prototypes and real-world solutions. Exceptional interpersonal skills—empathy, integrity, enthusiasm, and the ability to influence and build consensus across teams. Clear, concise, and impactful communication skills for presenting ideas and analyses. Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple priorities, timelines, deliverables, risks, and escalations.
Experiences that will support your success
Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field. 3–5 years of experience in packaging R&D, packaging engineering, product design, or similar roles. Experience in the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) industry is a plus. Hands-on experience with material selection, prototyping, and manufacturing processes for packaged food products. Direct involvement in cross-functional project teams and a proven ability to manage projects from concept to commercialization. Track record of bringing creative, consumer-focused packaging solutions to market.
What We Offer
At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR
Compensation
The salary range for this position is $80,300 - $112,500. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Sr. Developer, Packaging
role at
Ferrara 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Sr. Developer, Packaging
role at
Ferrara Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Work Location: Chicago
Work Location: Chicago
Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives.
Want to make an impact?
As a Sr. Developer, Packaging, you will be instrumental in bringing a groundbreaking new product line to life. Your technical expertise and passion for creative problem-solving will directly influence how consumers experience our candy, by developing inventive, consumer-centric packaging solutions. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and engaging with senior leadership, you’ll drive projects that enhance our brand and support our long-term strategic growth.
Ways you will make a difference
Lead the ideation, design, prototyping, and development of innovative packaging solutions focused on delivering memorable consumer experiences for new product lines. Translate creative concepts into functional, manufacturable packaging using your technical skills and collaborative mindset. Oversee the technical development process from conception to industrialization, ensuring solutions are viable for manufacturing—internally or at co-packers. Work closely with Marketing, R&D, Industrial Design, Procurement, and Manufacturing teams to align on design, feasibility, cost, timing, and quality. Identify, develop, and onboard suppliers and vendors in partnership with the Packaging Procurement team, ensuring all technical and quality standards are met. Coordinate day-to-day packaging workstreams, manage timelines, and escalate issues as needed to keep projects on track. Present conceptual and analytical packaging solutions to senior stakeholders, incorporating feedback and driving decision-making alignment. Combine industry and category insights with analytics to identify new opportunities and enhance our Experiential Candy offerings.
Skills that will make you successful
Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with packaging materials and processes such as thermoforming, injection molding, and incorporation of oxygen/moisture barriers for food applications. Proficiency with design and engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks). Demonstrated experience in new product development, from concept through launch. Creative and collaborative mindset, with the ability to turn ideas into working prototypes and real-world solutions. Exceptional interpersonal skills—empathy, integrity, enthusiasm, and the ability to influence and build consensus across teams. Clear, concise, and impactful communication skills for presenting ideas and analyses. Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple priorities, timelines, deliverables, risks, and escalations.
Experiences that will support your success
Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field. 3–5 years of experience in packaging R&D, packaging engineering, product design, or similar roles. Experience in the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) industry is a plus. Hands-on experience with material selection, prototyping, and manufacturing processes for packaged food products. Direct involvement in cross-functional project teams and a proven ability to manage projects from concept to commercialization. Track record of bringing creative, consumer-focused packaging solutions to market.
What We Offer
At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR
Compensation
The salary range for this position is $80,300 - $112,500. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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