Senior Technologist, Packaging Research & Development
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.00 - $40.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
hybrid work environment
Professional Development
Job Description
Hostess Brands is a renowned leader in the confectionery and snack food industry, celebrated for its beloved sweet baked snacks that have become staples in households across the nation. Known for iconic products such as Twinkies, HoHos, and Ding Dongs, Hostess Brands combines a rich heritage with a commitment to innovation, quality, and consumer satisfaction. The company fosters a dynamic work environment that champions collaboration, creativity, and the pursuit of excellence. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and community engagement, Hostess Brands values employees who are passionate about making a meaningful impact in their roles and in the marketplace. The... Show More
Job Requirements
- B.S. degree in packaging science/engineering, mechanical engineering, or material science
- 2+ years of experience in packaging development or technical operations within consumer packaged goods (food, beverage, or medical)
- Familiarity with package qualification testing procedures
- Strong project management skills to lead cross-functional efforts and manage timelines, budgets, and resources
- Exceptional organizational, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving abilities
- Confident communicator with strong presentation, verbal, and written skills
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and eager to learn continuously
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
- Willingness to travel up to 30% based on project needs and launch schedules
Job Qualifications
- B.S. degree in packaging science/engineering, mechanical engineering, or material science
- 2+ years of experience in packaging development or technical operations within consumer packaged goods (food, beverage, or medical)
- Familiarity with package qualification testing procedures
- Strong project management skills to lead cross-functional efforts and manage timelines, budgets, and resources
- Exceptional organizational, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving abilities
- Confident communicator with strong presentation, verbal, and written skills
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and eager to learn continuously
Job Duties
- Collaborate boldly with Product R&D, Creative Services, Brand Management, and suppliers to bring new packaging concepts to life
- Design and develop innovative packaging solutions using materials like film/laminate, thermoforming, injection molding, paperboard, and corrugated formats
- Lead testing and validation of packaging performance across production, distribution, shelf life, sustainability, and consumer usability
- Execute qualifications and trials with suppliers and production facilities, ensuring seamless integration into manufacturing processes
- Drive plant trials with precision-planning, executing, analyzing, and summarizing results in partnership with manufacturing and technical teams
- Craft performance-based specifications and manage them within the electronic database system
- Advise and recommend top-tier suppliers and service providers to support successful product launches
- Champion innovation by proposing new packaging technologies, sustainability solutions, cost-saving ideas, and creative problem-solving approaches
- Support technical troubleshooting across the packaging supply chain and production environments
- Build strong relationships with strategic packaging suppliers to stay ahead of trends and capabilities
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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