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Packaging Specifications Manager

Location
Smithfield, Virginia
Type
Direct Hire
Posted
September 18, 2026
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The role

Packaging Specifications Manager
Location: Smithfield, VA
Salary: $105k - $140k

Our client is a leading food manufacturer. They seek a Packaging Specifications Manager to lead packaging specification processes, data governance, and compliance while partnering across engineering, operations, quality, sales, and customer teams.

What you'll be doing:

  • Lead and maintain packaging specifications, data, and related systems.
  • Ensure packaging meets customer, regulatory, and sustainability requirements.
  • Partner cross-functionally on packaging development, plant trials, and commercialization.
  • Lead projects and provide guidance to packaging specification staff.

What you'll need:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Packaging Engineering or a related field and 5+ years of relevant experience.
  • 2+ years of team leadership, development, or project leadership experience.
  • Strong knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and specifications.
  • Experience with specification/data systems such as Specright, SAP, or similar platforms.
  • Familiarity with customer and regulatory systems such as e-halo, EPR, or related programs.
  • Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.

What’s in it for you:

  • Annual bonus
  • Relocation assistance available.
  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive plans to keep you and your family healthy.
  • Retirement Plans: 401(k) options and employer contributions.
  • Paid Time Off and additional employee benefits.

Apply now! One of our recruiters will review your profile and we will be in contact if you qualify!

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