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[/company/pca](/company/pca)[PCA](/company/pca)
# Manager, Packaging Development at PCA

Compensation

$110,000 – $165,000/yr

**Location**
: Vernon Hills, Illinois

**Type**
: Full-time

**Level**
: lead/mgmt

**Posted**
: Sep 21, 2026

## Description

PCA is hiring a Manager, Packaging Development to lead customer-focused packaging innovation, develop fiber-based products, analyze data and experimental results, and guide package developers across multiple manufacturing locations and customers. The role requires a bachelor's degree in packaging, science, or engineering, at least 10 years of relevant experience, strong leadership and analytical skills, and primarily onsite work with up to 25% travel. The starting salary is $110,000-$165,000, with medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other benefits.

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