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Junior Packaging Developer

Bacardi
Jacksonville, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 14 Apr 2026

About the role

RESPONSIBILITIES

WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART, YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE TO:

Develop and execute best in class packages:

To support and/or lead packaging development projects from development through qualification.To create robust test plan and high quality trial reportTo elevate any technical or project risks to his/her manager and to the multifunctional team with defined scope and back up options To create robust packaging specification and develop all components which meet the:Brand equity requirements (shape, color, decoration,...)Manufacturing constraints (plant, co-packer) and supply chainProject target cost and timelineLegal and Bacardi Quality StandardsTo ensure that suppliers can manufacture specifications/components to capable standards through effective sampling & production. Responsible for leading and recording all Trials & Testing and ensuring appropriate stakeholders approve results. To own/communicate packaging Critical Path Schedule items on his/her part of the project.To challenge suppliers to drive results and deliver proper components qualificationTo contribute to grow technical knowledge and innovation on packagingTo collaborate closely with QA, manufacturing and procurement to find best solutions if any issue and drive mold and packing line qualificationTo master test methods, ship test protocols and mold qualification

SKILLS

THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY:

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor’s or Master Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing or any related technical fields.

Experience:

0-3 years experience in packaging development, R&D, business development, project management or related field in operations

Mobility

Willing to travel 25%-35% of time.

Functional skills

·Strong interest in Packaging. ·Working closely with multifunctional team the design and development to enable robust execution at the best value ·Ability to quickly understand Packaging/Packaging materials/Packing systems to be able to create and manage specifications·Capability to work in a seamless team across functions·Ability to manage and influence pack components suppliers at each phase of the project·Apply packaging development process and develop strong risk assessment on his/her projects·Overall good collaboration·Basic project managements skills·3D CAD capability would be a plus

PERSONAL QUALITIES

·Capability to work in a seamless team, cross-functionally and across regions ·Flexible, resilient, and adaptable: Capability to work and influence in a highly changing environment·Lives the 3 F’s – Fearless, Founder’s Mentality, Family

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.
 

  • Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become

  • Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others

  • People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance

  • Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.

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Company

Bacardi

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