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KCO Resource Management

Senior Packaging Designer

KCO Resource Management, Syracuse, New York, United States

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$90,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

Sr. Packaging Specialist We’re partnering with a leading food manufacturer in North America that’s hiring a Sr. Packaging Specialist. This critical role offers the opportunity to be responsible for leading packaging strategies across multiple plants, influence brand integrity, and drive innovation. This is a key player in directly shaping how our products reach millions of customers with care and precision.

Job Responsibilities

Lead coordination efforts among internal teams (R&D, Marketing, Regulatory, QA, Operations) and external partners (printers, suppliers, customers) to ensure smooth packaging execution.

Coordinate production and procurement activities related to packaging changes, ensuring timely implementation, cost efficiency, and quality alignment.

Provide packaging support across all Saputo manufacturing plants.

Oversee packaging compliance strategy, reviewing nutrition labeling, imagery, and claims to ensure alignment with FDA, USDA, third‑party certifications (e.g., Non‑GMO Project, Organic), and internal policies.

Monitor regulatory changes, industry trends, and technical innovations to guide packaging strategy and maintain compliance and competitiveness.

Review and approve packaging proofs to ensure compliance with regulations, plant requirements, print guidelines, and brand standards.

Mentor junior packaging team members and serve as a key resource and backup for critical packaging functions across the organization.

Manage multiple high‑priority packaging projects from concept through execution, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.

Manage contracts with key packaging vendors, ensuring adherence to budget and performance expectations.

Required Skills/Qualifications

A degree in Packaging Design, Business, or equivalent experience.

5+ years in food packaging and labeling design.

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Familiarity with SAP, Microsoft Office, and packaging tools.

A proactive mindset and willingness to travel (up to 10%).

Seniority Level Associate

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Manufacturing

Industries Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Benefits Medical insurance

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