Project Manager (multiple openings)

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day.

And we need people like you to make it happen.

We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to make an impact to be proud of – for food, people and the planet.

Job summary

Project Manager (multiple openings)

The position is located at 801 Kingsley St., Winsted, MN 55395.

25% domestic and international travel required.

Telecommuting is permitted up to 2 days per week.

Tetra Pak is not sponsoring work visas or relocation for this position.

What you will do

As a Project Manager, you will

Be responsible for project execution and providing project leadership to deliver project results. Secure project deliverables according to project agreement (the contract) and act according to responsibilities set out in the project charter. Develop overall project time schedule and fulfil the project milestones, deliverables and budget in time and in full. Drive productivity within the project through utilization of local and global resources, reusable solutions, processes, and tools (OFCE, project governance, risk management, etc.). Plan, monitor, forecast and report project budgets in SAP. Arrange and lead project team meetings, assess work progress and status. Analyze and report project progress and cost, escalate to management team as needed. Manage scope changes, develop variation order quotations and issue variation orders. Control project scope, cost, schedule, risks and quality. Secure project communication and documentation according to project communication plan. Communicate with production sites to follow up the manufacturing progress of branded processing units. Arrange & participate in Factory Acceptance Testing. Coordinate installation, commissioning and performance validation work as needed. Provide issue management as needed in the project.

We believe you have

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation or Chemical Engineering, Food Science, or a related field, and 3 years of experience in project management.

Alternatively, will accept a Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or Chemical Engineering, Food Science, or a related field, and 1 year of experience in project management

Must have work experience with:

1. MS Project and SAP;
2. Cleaning-in-place (CIP) systems;
3. Pasteurization and milk standardization equipment and processing; curdling, and coagulation processes; and cutting, stirring, and cooking systems;
4. Whey separation and drainage technologies; molding, pressing, and salting systems; and aging and ripening environments;
5. Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and HACCP protocols;
6. Food-grade equipment and sanitary design;
7. Food safety regulations and quality control system;
8. Controlling project scope, cost, schedule, risks, and quality;
9. Arranging and participating in Functional Acceptance Testing (FAT);
10. Coordinating installation, commissioning, and conducting performance validation work.

Apply Now

If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/.

This job posting expires on December 14th, 2026.

Any person may provide documentary evidence bearing on the application to the Certifying Officer of the Department of Labor at the following address:

Certifying Officer U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration Office of Foreign Labor Certification 200 Constitution Avenue, NW Room N-5311 Washington, DC 20210

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.

Pay Equity Tetra Pak provides the following compensation range that in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Ranges are determined by role, level and location. Within the range, individual pay is defined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.