Packaging Engineer

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Once Upon a Farm

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Food and Beverage • Wellness • eCommerce

Once Upon a Farm is a company committed to providing high-quality, organic baby food and snacks. Their products range from refrigerated pouches and bars to frozen meals, all made with fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Once Upon a Farm emphasizes their commitment to purity and sustainability, ensuring their offerings have no added sugars and are always organic. They provide convenient, nutritious options for infants and toddlers and are designed to be easy for self-feeding. Their products are available through subscription plans and can also be found in stores, making healthy eating accessible for families on the go.

11 - 50 employees

Founded 2015

🧘 Wellness

🛍️ eCommerce

💰 $52M Series D on 2022-03

📋 Description

• Partner cross-functionally from concept to launch, translating brand vision into manufacturable, consumer-ready packaging • Design and optimize packaging for efficiency in manufacturing and co-packing (line compatibility, automation readiness, waste reduction) • Ensure packaging preserves product quality while achieving sustainability goals (recyclability, source reduction, lifecycle analysis, certifications, regulatory reporting) • Establish and enforce packaging quality standards, ensuring compliance with internal, regulatory, and customer requirements • Conduct and validate packaging tests (lab, transit/drop, line trials) to ensure robust supply chain performance • Manage and qualify suppliers and converters with Procurement, including trials and capability assessments • Troubleshoot packaging and material issues with suppliers, operations, and co-manufacturers • Lead optimization initiatives such as spec updates, material transitions, and cost-reduction projects • Maintain accurate packaging specifications and technical documentation in asset management systems • Stay informed on industry trends, materials, and technologies to guide packaging innovation • Support compliance and reporting related to packaging regulations, sustainability requirements, and customer standards

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field required • 5-7 years of packaging engineering experience in food or beverage creation, reviewing, evaluating, and maintaining packaging required • Club packaging experience, ideally with Costco or a similar customer • Experience with specification and technical document (die lines, pallet patterns) creation and management required • Recent professional experience working with organic products or baby food preferred • Prior professional experience in sustainable packaging initiatives, highly valued • Proficiency with High-Pressure Processing (HPP) and a strong understanding of packaging materials, testing methods, and standards (FDA, ASTM, ISTA) related to HPP required • Able to organize and execute packaging projects, including laboratory and plant-based evaluations • Strong teamwork and communication skills for effective cross-functional collaboration • Solid knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Outlook, Slack, and other professional platforms • Up to 10% travel required: Although this role is a remote work-from-home position, we “Farmers” do meet as a company and/or department at least once a year. You should also anticipate possible travel to farms in the supply chain and occasional conferences • A genuine passion for improving childhood nutrition for a healthier and happier planet • Desire to contribute to a dynamic, high-growth, purpose-driven work environment • Must reside in the United States to be considered for this position • Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

🏖️ Benefits

• Remote-first work environment • Annual Bonus • 401(k) program + 4% company match after three months • New Hire Remote Life Stipend + annual Nourish and Nurture Allowance • Monthly Cell and Internet Stipend • Quarterly Farm-to-Fridge home deliveries and Employee Discounts • New Parents: Up to 18 weeks of paid Parental Leave, Baby Steps Back To Work, 3 months’ supply of Once Upon A Farm products, and breast milk shipping service and support for those who travel after birth for the duration of your breastfeeding journey • Unlimited Paid Time Off • Paid Volunteer Time • Paid Time Off to fulfill civic responsibilities, including jury duty and voting in local, state, and national elections • Medical Insurance for the employee, covered at 100% on select plans, with additional plan options at a reduced cost to the employee • Vision and Dental Insurance, covered at 100% for the employee and dependents • Life insurance • Flexible spending account (Medical & Dependent Care) and Health savings accounts for applicable plans • Employee assistance program (EAP) • All other benefits, leaves, and insurance as required by law, based on your specific residence • And so much more!