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LPS Industries, LLC

Sales Representative

Moonachie, NJ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

... industry providing packaging solutions to many market segments such as medical, food ... We are currently seeking a Sales Representative to service the New Jersey and surrounding area to ...

Marczyk Fine Foods

Food Packager

Denver, CO · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... for sale in accordance with the food production timeline * Bakery Packaging: slicing/packaging bread, sweets, and savory items * Kitchen Packaging: package and label all kitchen produced items

LPS Industries, LLC

Sales Representative

Moonachie, NJ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

... industry providing packaging solutions to many market segments such as medical, food ... We are currently seeking a Sales Representative to service the New Jersey and surrounding area to ...

MONTEEVA CORPORATION

Sales Representative

Newark, CA · On-site

$50K/yr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Paid time off Company Overview DVW Commercial is one of the largest privately owned food packaging ... Job Overview We're seeking an Outside Sales Representative who thrives on winning new business and ...

Socket.dev

Sr. Director, Packaging Engineer

Brea, CA · On-site

$177 - $200/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We don't just create food - we craft moments that spark excitement, inspire connection, and ... Partner closely with Marketing, Innovation, R&D, TQR, Procurement, SCM, and Sales teams throughout ...

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SAMYANG AMERICA INC

Sr. Director, Packaging Engineer

Brea, CA · On-site

$177K - $200K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We don't just create food - we craft moments that spark excitement, inspire connection, and ... Partner closely with Marketing, Innovation, R&D, TQR, Procurement, SCM, and Sales teams throughout ...

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How much do food packaging sales jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for food packaging sales in the United States is $76,119.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a food packaging sales?

A Food Packaging Sales job involves selling packaging solutions to food manufacturers, restaurants, and retailers. Sales representatives identify customer needs, suggest suitable packaging options, and negotiate pricing and contracts. They work closely with suppliers and clients to ensure packaging meets regulatory standards and brand requirements. Strong knowledge of materials, sustainability trends, and industry regulations is essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in food packaging sales, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Food Packaging Sales professional, you need strong sales acumen, industry knowledge of food packaging solutions, and typically a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Familiarity with CRM software, sales analytics tools, and understanding food safety regulations are important technical competencies. Excellent interpersonal skills, relationship-building ability, and persuasive communication make someone stand out in this position. These skills are critical for meeting sales targets, building long-term client relationships, and navigating the competitive food packaging market.

What are the most common challenges faced in food packaging sales?

Professionals in Food Packaging Sales often encounter challenges such as keeping up with changing food safety regulations, adapting to new packaging technologies, and responding to evolving customer needs. The role can involve managing a diverse client portfolio and balancing the demands of consultative selling with the pressure to meet quarterly sales targets. Effective communication and a proactive approach to problem-solving are key to overcoming these challenges. On the positive side, successfully addressing these demands often leads to strong professional networks and opportunities for advancement into management or specialized roles within the industry.

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Infographic showing various Food Packaging Sales job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $76,119 per year, or $36.6 per hour.

Senior Engineer II, Packaging

Great Lakes Cheese

Abilene, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Great Lakes Cheese rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 77 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

170th of 440 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Job Overview
The Senior Engineer II, Packaging will support all aspects of packaging material and equipment. The Engineer will interact with GLC departments as well as customers, vendors and co-packers while executing packaging projects from concept design through implementation.
Job Responsibilities
  • Coordinates and executes changes in packaging materials to maximize operating line speeds and efficiencies while reducing costs.
  • Work collaboratively with procurement on vendor selection and drive the qualification process while ensuring new materials comply with GLC standards and expectations.
  • Evaluate, research, and develop new/alternate materials, process methods, equipment, and technologies.
  • Set up and/or design new products/packages for customers and producing plants.
  • Apply operating guidelines and parameters for all packaging run conditions.
  • Improve and implement plant efficiencies through equipment automation.
  • Standardize and manage specifications and procedures relating to packaging and machinery applications to optimize finished product quality and performance.
  • Provide solutions for daily issues related to packaging, supplies, costing materials & labor.
  • Collaborate with the Sales & Marketing teams to lead feasibility studies for new products.
  • Support GLC Packaging Circularity initiatives by facilitating trials on packaging materials changes involving reducing packaging, reusable packaging and/or compostable packaging.
  • Maintain and continually improve quality and accuracy of GLC Packaging Specification System.
  • Coordinate capital projects from concept to implementation through GLC Capital Process.
  • All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.
  • All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices,
  • Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

Required Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Packaging or Mechanical or similar Engineering field
  • 2 years of packaging engineering experience.
  • Strong written and verbal communications.
  • Knowledge of food packaging.
  • Ability to communicate with packaging material suppliers, packaging equipment manufacturers, and co-packers.
  • 50% of travel.
  • Must be able to work now or in the future without corporate sponsorship.

Preferred Education and Experience
  • 2-4 years or more of packaging experience in the CPG packaging field.
  • Experience in package commercialization.
  • Experience in attending customer visits to support the sales/marketing team.
  • Experience in the food/dairy industry.
  • Experience with Flexible Packaging, Rigid Packaging, MAP equipment, Corrugated Packaging, Sustainability.
  • SAP experience.

Working Conditions
• Occasional exposure to industrial operations including: temperature extremes from approximately 35ºF to 100ºF; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery.
• Work is mainly performed in an office setting, with some time spent in a manufacturing environment
EEOC & Disclaimer
Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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