Sr. Packaging Engineer II

Mizkan America
Mount Prospect, IL
Shape the Future of Packaging Innovation

Join Mizkan America’s dynamic R&D team and lead packaging innovation across our Flavor Enhancers and Meal Solutions portfolio. You’ll work on iconic brands like Mizkan, Nakano, Bertolli, Ragu, Holland House, Angostura, and Zing Zang — driving design, development, and commercialization of packaging that delights consumers and delivers business impact.

What You’ll Do

As a senior member of our Packaging Engineering team, you will:

  • Lead packaging design, testing, and commercialization for our amazing brands: Mizkan, Nakano, Angostura, Zing Zang, Bertolli, Ragu, and Private Label
  • Develop robust project plans and qualification protocols aligned with commercial timelines.
  • Mentor junior engineers, guiding test plans and technical reviews for first-time success.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to improve margins, product quality, and packaging performance.
  • Own and maintain accurate packaging specifications, partnering with Quality and Operations.
  • Execute plant trials at Mizkan factories and co-manufacturers.
  • Present technical Stage Gate reviews and project updates to leadership.
  • Drive packaging process improvements and contribute to department vision and capability building.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Packaging Engineering, Polymer Science, or related field.
  • 7–10+ years of experience in consumer goods, food, or pharmaceutical packaging.
  • Proven track record of bringing innovative products or technologies from concept to commercialization.

Knowledge

  • Expertise in packaging materials and equipment: Glass, PET, corrugate.
  • Strong understanding of hot fill and retort processes for food packaging.
  • Experience with TOPS or CAPS palletizing software; CAD is a plus.
  • Familiarity with PET bottle blow molding and preform design (required).

Skills

  • Certifications like CPP or PMP are a plus.
  • Knowledge of sustainability practices and regulatory compliance (FDA, ISO, ASTM).
  • Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple high-complexity projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to travel up to 40%.

Why Mizkan America?

  • Work with beloved brands and cutting-edge packaging technologies.
  • Be part of a collaborative, cross-functional team that values innovation and impact.
  • Enjoy opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and leadership.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $115,000 to $130,000.

Compensation is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience. Short-Term Incentive and other forms of compensation may also be provided as part of a total compensation package.

A full range of medical, dental, vision, 401K plus up-to-four percent (4%) match, profit sharing, wellness program, paid parental leave, long-term-care insurance, critical accident insurance, short- and long-term disability and education assistance are also available.

Posted 2025-12-30

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