KCO Resource Management is hiring: Senior Packaging Designer in Dallas

This position is with a national food manufacturer. The Sr. Packaging Designer will lead packaging strategies across multiple facilities, influence brand integrity, and drive innovation. In this position you will have the opportunity to mentor others, form processes, and be a key player in continued growth.

Must be located within commutable distance to Dallas, TX or Milwaukee, WI ***

Job Responsibilities:

• Drive coordination efforts across cross functional teams within a manufacturing company and external partners 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 manufacturing plants.
• Oversee packaging compliance strategy, reviewing nutrition labeling, imagery, and claims to ensure alignment with FDA, USDA, third-party certifications, 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.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Degree Packaging Design, Business, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in food packaging and labeling design
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with SAP, Microsoft Office, and packaging tools.
• A proactive mindset and willingness to travel (up to 10%).