At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.Consider applying here, if you want to:Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.Develop lasting relationships with great people.Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.Packaging Innovation Engineer IIThe Engineer II applies standard engineering techniques to design, analyze, test, maintain, repair, or improve products, components, or assemblies. Analyzes, develops and evaluates systems. Improves and maintains current systems or creates brand new projects. Designs and drafts blueprints, visits systems in the field and manages projects. Applies engineering techniques and analyses within the scope of the assignmentJob SummaryThe Packaging Innovation Engineer II is responsible for leading innovation initiatives with a focus on i) sustainable packaging solutions that promote the circular economy and ii) alternative packaging solutions from inception to execution.Essential FunctionsGenerate out-of-the-box innovative ideas for ways to gain a competitive edge in the market.Take innovation initiatives through all phases of product development:Research novel packaging solutions, determine project feasibility, and identify potential road blocks for projects.Independently run experiments in lab and perform pilot testing on lab equipment to validate new packaging concepts.Create packaging test methods and SOPs for novel testing procedures.Work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead projects to completion.Support manufacturing, product development, and packaging development with timely technical recommendations.Present and communicate results internally and externally.Travel to perform on-site tests in manufacturing plants (up to 25% travel).Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:4 Years – Experience in Packaging or other related Engineering or Manufacturing fields2 Years – Experience in Position2 Years – Experience managing projects*experience may include a combination of work experience and educationPreferred Qualifications:6 Years– Experience in Packaging or other related Engineering or Manufacturing fields4 Years – Experience working in Position4 Years – Experience managing people/projects*experience may include a combination of work experience and educationCompetenciesThe Packaging Innovation Engineer II is expected to demonstrate:Performs work under general supervision, handling moderately complex issues and referring more complex issues to higher level staff.Strong interpersonal communication, technical writing, and presentation skills.Ability to work independently and in collaborative group environments.Possesses solid working knowledge of the bottling industry and related processes.Strong analytical and problem solving skills.Strong attention to detail and organization.Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Project, and Outlook.Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.Experience with managing vendor relationships and project budgeting.This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:Lead Like an OwnerMakes safety the number one priorityKeeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediatelyEffectively prioritizes tasks based on department goalsShows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directlyPrioritizes resolution of customer issues effectivelyResponds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customersInnovACTMakes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or productsDemonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstancesIncreases performance through greater efficiencyFind a WaySeeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other expertsUnderstands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actionsSeeks solutions rather than placing blameEmpowered to be GreatConsistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunitiesCommunicates clearly and promptly up, down, and acrossCommunicates effectively to manage expectationsEducationMinimum Required:Bachelor's Degree in Packaging Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, or other related fields or equivalent experiencePreferred:Master's Degree in Packaging Engineering/Packaging Science, other related fields, or equivalent experienceCertification/License:Required: N/APreferred: Lean Six Sigma Green BeltForeign LanguageRequired: None RequiredPreferred: None RequiredForeign LanguageRequired: None RequiredPreferred: None RequiredTypical Compensation RangePay Rate Type: Salary$96,309.20 - $139,648.35 / YearlyBenefits Angeles County applicants only * Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit résumé to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter or, upon authorization, submit résumé into this career site to be eligible for placement fees.Niagara Bottling, LLC has been family owned and operated since 1963. Niagara is a leading bottled water manufacturer in the U.S., supplying major retailers across the nation. With incredible growth over the past several years, the career possibilities at Niagara are endless!Niagara’s culture is fast-paced, innovative and intensely collaborative. Our Team Members are passionate, driven and always find a way to get the job done. We work hard and play hard while staying true to our family atmosphere.From competitive benefits and retirement options to educational reimbursements, ongoing training courses and exciting career advancement opportunities, at Niagara we truly take care of our Team Members.We hope that you consider joining our Niagara family!Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.