Sr. Packaging Specialist

At Saputo we bring good to the table by making high-quality products investing in our people and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best

Join a team of passionate professionals committed to quality innovation and sustainability. As a Sr. Packaging Specialist your work will directly shape how our products reach millions of customers with care and precision. This is a high-impact role where you will lead packaging strategies across multiple plants influence brand integrity and drive innovation. You will have the opportunity to mentor others shape processes and be a key player in Saputos continued growth.

This is a hybrid role that is based either at our Wauwatosa/Milwaukee WI or Dallas TX regional office. Our hybrid schedule is 3 days on site and 2 days remote which will change to 4 days on site and 1 day remote starting 04/01/26.

How you will make contributions that matter...

• Lead coordination efforts among internal teams (Research & Development Marketing Regulatory QA Operations) and external partners (printers suppliers customers) to ensure smooth packaging execution.

• Coordinate production and procurement activities related to packaging changes ensuring timely implementation cost efficiency and quality alignment.

• Provide packaging support across all Saputo manufacturing plants

• Oversee packaging compliance strategy reviewing nutrition labeling imagery and claims to ensure alignment with FDA USDA third-party certifications (e.g. Non-GMO Project Organic) and internal policies.

• Monitor regulatory changes industry trends and technical innovations to guide packaging strategy and maintain compliance and competitiveness.

• Review and approve packaging proofs to ensure compliance with regulations plant requirements print guidelines and brand standards.

• Analyze packaging processes and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.

• Support identification and implementation of cost-saving opportunities.

• Oversee design development and optimization of packaging for new and existing products including project tracking timetables and cost estimates.

• Mentor junior packaging team members and serve as a key resource and backup for critical packaging functions across the organization.

• Manage multiple high-priority packaging projects from concept through execution ensuring timelines and budgets are met.

• Manage contracts with key packaging vendors ensuring adherence to budget and performance expectations.

• Seamless packaging launches across all plants

• Reduced waste and improved efficiency

• Strong vendor relationships and cost-effective solutions

• A collaborative empowered team

You are best suited for the role if you

• A degree in Packaging Design Business or equivalent experience

• 5 years in food packaging and labeling in the food beauty or medical manufacturing industries.

• Knowledge of U.S. regulatory labeling standards is required and international regulatory labeling knowledge is a plus.

• Strong organizational & communication skills and decision-making work experience is required.

• Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP system Microsoft Office and packaging tools is required.

• A proactive mindset and willingness to travel (up to 10%).

We support and care for our employees by providing them with

• Development opportunities that enhance their career fulfillment

• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help them care for their families.

• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.

Salary Range: $ 71805 - $94245

Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience education skills and training.

In the USA Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella Frigo Cheese Montchevre Stella and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing operations supply chain sales quality assurance or in any other function your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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