Innovation Industrial Design/Development Manager

What You Will Do

Create Value for Customer

Partner with sales and customers to identify unmet needs and high-value problems in foodservice packaging.
Translate real-world customer applications into innovative packaging concepts.
Build credibility and trust with customers through deep understanding of application requirements.

Lead Innovation & Development

Lead the custom application development process from concept through hand off to product development.
Develop and refine packaging designs that meet performance, manufacturability, and cost objectives.
Leverage rapid prototyping and iterative learning to accelerate speed to market.

Drive Results Through Ownership

Take full accountability for project outcomes, timelines, and execution within application innovation.
Manage multiple development projects with strong organization and prioritization.
Deliver outcomes that translate into commercial success and customer value.

Collaborate Across Functions

Work across sales, R&D, engineering, and manufacturing.
Balance independent ownership with collaborative engagement.
Communicate clearly to align stakeholders and drive decisions.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Product Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
Experience in packaging concept development
Project management experience
Ability to build relationships with customers and internal teams
Experience with SolidWorks and Microsoft Office
Knowledge of plastics and sustainable materials

What Will Put You Ahead

Manufacturing or tooling experience
R&D experience
Sustainable packaging expertise
Experience working with sales and customers
Thermoforming experience
Portfolio of prior work