Associate Packaging Engineer

Associate Packaging Engineer

Innovate with us as an Associate Packaging Engineer in Battle Creek. You will develop and commercialize new packaging solutions across a wide range of product/package forms, primarily for Kellanovas Salty Snack category inclusive of Town House and Club Crackers. You will develop and implement packaging solutions on cross-functional teams that drive the growth of the overall company. Your technical knowledge of packaging materials and supply chain is key to the success of Kellanova come grow with us.

This is a hybrid role located in Battle Creek, MI.

A Taste of What Youll Be Doing

• Driving Innovation You will use your innovative thinking skills to develop, transform and execute packaging projects to drive the Innovation pipeline. Additionally, youll be a key member of the sustaining innovation team driving the Innovation calendar.
• End to End Support Bottom line growth is critical to our success and you will have the opportunity to identify and deliver cost reduction across the entire portfolio of products and material platforms.
• Leadership and Consumer Focus- We know you care about our consumers! Heres where you can demonstrate technical and business leadership within cross-functional teams while supporting the company philosophy and direction as well as engaging with consumers in the evaluation of packaging concepts and prototypes.
• Internal and External Collaboration- Your depth in working with partnerships both internally and externally will drive success in this role.

Your Recipe for Success

• Your technical depth and breadth within the packaging discipline will stand out here!
• Bachelor of Science Degree required, preferably in packaging, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or another related technical field.
• Clear understanding of packaging design, materials, equipment, and systems.
• Experienced in problem-solving, leading, and managing projects and project teams.
• Influencing and driving alignment among team functions.
• Effective communication skills to convey complex and/or detailed information to a wide range of individuals/audiences with different knowledge levels.
• Able to travel up to 30%.

Whats Next

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If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please email [email protected].

This role takes part in Locate for Your Day,Kellanovas hybrid way of working that empowers office-based employees to, in partnership with their managers, find a balance between working from home and the office.

About Kellanova

Kellanova is a leading company in global snacking, international cereal and noodles, plant-based foods, and North America frozen breakfast, and a portfolio of iconic, world-class brands, including Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, Kelloggs Rice Krispies Treats, MorningStar Farms, Incogmeato, Gardenburger, Nutri-Grain, RXBAR, and Eggo. We also steward a suite of beloved international cereal brands, including Kelloggs, Frosties, Zucaritas, Special K, Krave, Miel Pops, Coco Pops, and Crunchy Nut, among others.

At Kellanova, we are committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I), uplifting each other and embracing our differences to achieve our common goals. Our focus on ED&I enables us to build a culture where all employees are inspired to share their passion, talents, ideas, and can bring their authentic selves to work. Learn more here.

Were proud to offer industry competitive Total Health benefits(Physical, Financial, Emotional, and Social) that vary depending on region and type of role. Be sure to ask your recruiter for more information!

The Finer Print

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.

Ready to Taste the Future of Food?

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