Engineer III - Packaging - R0414755 - 4330

Packaging Engineer III

The Packaging Engineer III will be responsible for organizing, planning, managing, and executing packaging innovation, development, and cost reduction projects for Retail, Club, Foodservice, and International businesses. The Packaging Engineer III will lead research, design, testing, justification, and deployment of new package technology to deliver new or improved packaged products. This individual will lead project teams to investigate and recommend materials, processes, innovation, packaging, and equipment to bring assigned project to successful conclusion. Additionally, they will provide technical support to Product Development, Business Units, Supply Chain, and Procurement in technical expertise. The individual in this role will also support Supply Chain and BU function in manufacturing of packages that meet customer and consumer expectation for character, cost, and quality in assigned product category. The Packaging Engineer III has demonstrated ability to manage/recommend projects that will lead to opportunity for innovation, growth, sustainability, intellectual property, and profitability.

Supports technological innovation in equipment, materials, sustainability, processing, and package design including packaging development specifications. Supports the development of intellectual property for new package platforms/designs when applicable.

Partner with a Business Unit, Insights, Innovation, Supply Chain Engineering, Product Development R&D, and Procurement to lead new packaging platforms to support product innovation. Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with operations/divisional management and external customers. Partners with suppliers to create new and unique packaging and processes. Outline full scope-of-project such as feasibility, costing/investing and testing with Supply Chain Engineering. Demonstrated methodologies to deliver rapid design and prototyping & consumer-based packaging design. Drive cost reduction identification/implementation for packaging. Drive Tyson\'s packaging sustainability efforts, metrics, and interactions with key customers. Manage multiple packaging development, sustainability, technical application, and cost reduction projects and/or programs. A Partner in problem identification and problem resolution to facilitate new or improved packages, packaging upgrades, new or improved processes and cost savings. Responsible for assuring all projects are seen through to completion including documentation and protection of intellectual property. Supports the establishment and execution of departmental priorities and program strategy efforts in conjunction with department Director and/or VP. Provide technical support to project teams to solve manufacturing problems. Serve as a technical resource to the organization in at least one area of expertise. Proficient in specification systems Mentor to the junior members/interns of the Packaging Department. Demonstrates the culture of the Tyson Right Behaviors (Results, Innovate, Grow Mindset, Humility, and Teamwork) developing self and others. Other duties as assigned.

Education: BS in Packaging Engineering or related field or relevant work experience.

Experience: +6 years total or +4 years in an advanced technical position managing cross-functional teams and packaging suppliers preferred. Previous experience with Fresh and Further Processed packaged meat a plus. Demonstrated ability in product and packaging interactions, sustainability, food protections, and package testing. Understanding in packaging equipment, packaging processes, and working with supply chain engineering on capital projects involving packaging solutions. Proficient in managing/recommending projects that will lead to opportunities in innovation, growth, intellectual property, and profitability.

Computer Skills: Requires intermediate computer skills. For example, well-written emails, effective presentations, spreadsheets with formulas and pivot tables. Familiarity with Cape, Tops, ArtiosCad, CAD, MS Office, Power BI, Specright is preferred.

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Strong presentation skills required. Must effectively communicate and build working relationships with all functional and business unit levels from team members on the floor to senior leadership.

Special Skills: Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Strong project management skills. Strong planning and organizational skills.

Travel: 25% - 12+ domestic or international trips per year.