Technical Packaging Manager, Nutrition and Health (12 Month Contract) While Nestlé is known for KitKat®, Gerber®, Nescafe®, and Maggi®. There are 3,400+ members of Nestlé Canada celebrated for taking action using agility, courage, and trust to find solutions that benefit the business or greater good. We’re a team of changemakers, who are curious and challenge the status quo, that take risks that will help drive us forward.

The Technical Packaging

Manager is a key member of the business operations team working to develop and execute the Innovation and Renovation (I&R;) business strategies. The main responsibility is to work on the development and introduction of new packaging solutions and be the local guardian of packaging standards.

The Technical Packaging

Manager will manage technical projects and support factory(ies) and marketing on projects/initiatives related to packaging. Ensure technical delivery of medium to high complexity I&R; projects from concept to post launch evaluation using I2L by preparing, proposing and managing packaging projects in line with consumer needs, the business strategy and the operational set‑up. Responsible to organize and document factory trials including machinability, shelf‑life, storage handling, laboratory and transport tests for validation of recent packaging and changes in specifications.

Support exploratory work into new business opportunities, assessing and communicating packaging technical feasibility. Product and Process Technical Expert Deliver continuous optimization / improvement of current packaging,



filling and palletization operations within factory(ies) according to local business needs and supply situation and/or implementation of initiatives. Act as the link between technical community and local operations – regular contact with Packaging & Design Networks, Nestlé Research and Development and Suppliers to expand & develop technical competence and ways of improving packaging solutions.

Manage technical relationship with relevant suppliers and manage resolution of packaging materials complaints. Assist factory(ies) and provide them with necessary support to ensure mastery of packaging operations. Validate documentation for food contact packaging & cooperate with Quality, Research and Development & Packaging Specialist to implement Packaging Material Monitoring Plan.

Travel to warehouses, suppliers or external manufacturers. 6 years’ experience in packaging development in the food and beverage or consumer goods industry. ~ Degree in Engineering, preferably in Packaging, Mechanics, Industrial, Chemistry or Automation or equivalent. ~ Strong understanding of packaging sustainability, material selection and validation meeting recyclability requirements. ~ Proven ability to manage complex projects & diverse stakeholders.



~ Multi-project management including cross‑functional projects. ~ Factory operation in filling & packing / packaging industry (converters, equipment). ~ Factory experience (development or filling & packing operations). ~ Strong foundation in technical packaging fundamentals, including collaboration with manufacturing, quality, and regulatory teams. ~ Nice to have: experience in compliance‑heavy or highly regulated packaging environments, such as natural health products (NHP), medical nutrition, or similar regulated sectors. ~ Nice to have: exposure to packaging requirements driven by regulatory, claims, or safety considerations. Proven proactive continuous improvement involvement. Flexible and hybrid work arrangements.

Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company. Bonus eligibility. Access to the discount company store with Nestlé, Nespresso, and Purina products (located across various Nestlé offices/sites).

This position offers a competitive salary within the range specified above, aligned with our commitment to equitable pay practices.

Nestlé

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📌 Technical Packaging Manager (12 month contract) (Toronto)
🏢 Nestlé
📍 Toronto