Title: Principal Engineer - Packaging

Work Location: Englewood Cliffs, NJ or South Burlington, VT

Duration: 18 months 

Work Arrangement: Hybrid in NJ or VT office-3x a week.

Duration: 18-months with potential for extension and/or conversion depending on needs.

Team Environment

The hiring manager is based in the client office in South Burlington, VT. The broader Packaging R&D team includes:

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• 1 Senior Packaging Engineer (Canada)
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• 2 Senior Packaging Engineers (New Jersey)
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• 1 Associate Packaging Engineer (New Jersey)
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• 1 Contract Packaging Engineer (New Jersey)
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This is a close-knit, highly collaborative team that values knowledge sharing, mentorship, and supporting new team members. The team is passionate about packaging innovation and committed to elevating the impact of packaging within the Ice Cream business.

 

Top Skills & Success Factors

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2. Exceptional Communication Skills
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   • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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   Leadership & Drive

    
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   • Highly motivated and comfortable leading cross-functional project teams, driving initiatives forward, and influencing decisions.
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   Learning Agility & Adaptability

    
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   • Demonstrates curiosity, a passion for learning, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
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   Consumer-Centric Mindset

    
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   • Keeps the consumer at the center of decision-making and appreciates the unique role packaging plays in delivering joyful ice cream experiences.
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Packaging R&D Specialist (Ice Cream Category)

 

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Packaging R&D Specialist to support packaging development and implementation across a range of business initiatives, including innovation, renovation, quality improvement, and cost optimization projects. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams, manufacturing sites, and suppliers to deliver packaging solutions that support business objectives.

Location: Englewood Cliffs, NJ or South Burlington, VT

 

Key Responsibilities

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• Lead and manage the end-to-end execution of packaging development and transformation activities.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, manufacturing facilities, and suppliers to coordinate packaging trials, testing, and validation activities.
• Develop, update, and maintain packaging specifications and technical documentation.
• Support packaging-related supply chain and manufacturing initiatives.
• Execute packaging and engineering test plans, analyze results, and provide recommendations.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and key findings to stakeholders at all levels, including non-technical audiences.
• Ensure packaging solutions meet quality, performance, and business requirements.
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Required Qualifications & Experience

 

Education & Experience

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• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Science, or another relevant technical field.
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• Minimum of 5 years of packaging experience within a consumer packaged goods (Client/FMCG) environment.
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• Experience supporting packaging specifications, testing, and supply chain activities.
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Technical Skills

 

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• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, including:
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  • Flexible packaging
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  • Paper cups and lids
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  • Corrugated packaging
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• Experience with packaging testing methods, measurement equipment, and validation protocols.
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• Proficiency with:
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  • Microsoft Office Suite
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  • CAPE/TOPS (or similar package design software)
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  • Packaging specification management systems
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• Preferred:
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  • Experience with 3D printing software and equipment
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  • Experience with ArtiosCAD
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Project Management

 

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• Demonstrated project management experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
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• Ability to develop structured test plans, execute technical validation activities, analyze results, and prepare recommendations.
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• Strong understanding of the cross-functional package development process.
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Communication & Collaboration

 

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• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
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• Strong report-writing and presentation skills.
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• Experience facilitating meetings and driving alignment among diverse stakeholders.
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• Proven ability to build productive relationships with internal teams and external partners.
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Leadership Competencies

 

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• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working across geographically dispersed teams.
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• Strong team player who demonstrates accountability and ownership.
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• Flexible, adaptable, and solutions-oriented.
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• Advocates for consumer and customer needs while considering business objectives.
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• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and sound decision-making.
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What TMICC Offers

 

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• Opportunity to join a rapidly growing global ice cream business with an entrepreneurial culture.
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• Exposure to iconic brands and innovative packaging initiatives.
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• International career development opportunities across multiple markets.
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• A performance-driven environment that values ownership, innovation, and impact.
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• A culture committed to creating exceptional consumer experiences and meaningful career growth.
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Target Profile: Packaging Engineer / Packaging R&D Specialist with 5+ years of Client/FMCG experience, strong packaging materials knowledge, specification management expertise, and proven experience leading packaging development projects across cross-functional teams.