Packaging Design Project Manager - R6452

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities: * Coordinate and complete projects, overseeing all aspects including deadlines, responsibilities, and progress. * Make recommendations to customer to optimize quality, structural, and brand graphics integrity that are consistent with Menasha's technical capabilities. * Manage display and packaging development, working with internal and external stakeholders. * Design, review, and test packaging proposals, considering material usage and manufacturing efficiencies. * Conduct analytical testing on packaging materials and communicate results to stakeholders. * Proactively manage project timelines and ensure key dates and deadlines are met. * Develop and maintain documentation of product specifications and bills of materials for packaging components. * Coordinate with planning and sourcing teams to confirm all materials in the finished good will meet design specifications. * Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives, including cost reduction strategies and packaging optimizations. * Maintain professional knowledge of packaging technology trends and implement new solutions.

Education & Experience Requirements: * Bachelor's degree required. Preferred degree field in packaging engineering, industrial design, graphic design, or similar fields. * Some relevant experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities * Knowledge of packaging materials and substrates, print methodology and packaging design. * Ability to communicate with stakeholders with varying levels of technical knowledge through all stages of a project. * Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. * Ability to keep a project on track, and to effectively pivot to get projects back on track after set-back. * Proficiency using Enterprise Resource Planning systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and packaging design software.

Work Environment: * Primarily office-based with occasional time in production/warehouse settings. * Position will split time between Menasha Packaging's Design Office and our customer location. * Occasional travel may occur.

Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity