Project Coordinator, Packaging and Innovation

Who We Are:
nutpods manufactures plant based, dairy-free coffee creamers and adjacent products for coffee lovers nationwide. Now the #2 plant-based creamer brand nationwide across retail and online channels, nutpods has fostered a cult following and has exciting plans for growth in the coming years. With a small and mighty team of 44 people, nutpods is looking for eager, enthusiastic, and experienced candidates for this important role. 

Company Culture:

Our culture is of huge importance to the owners and team at nutpods. We are looking for people who will be a great addition to our culture. We are:

• Kind: We treat each other with kindness and mutual respect.
• Dynamic: We are full of energy and defined by constant progress, collaboration, and new ideas.
• Relentless: We relentlessly pursue a crazy good product, business, and team.
• Empowered: We empower each other to fail forward with trust, transparency, and the opportunity to learn and grow.
• Passionate: We take immense pride in what we make, how we work together, the impact we have, and how we treat people.

We strive to do what’s right for our team, customers, and quality, even when no one is looking.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Coordinator for cross-functional coordination focused on packaging and innovation. This full-time role, based in Bellevue, WA, will focus on coordinating projects related to packaging development and new product launches. Reporting to the Director of Commercialization, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in compliance with industry standards.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate and track packaging projects from inception to completion, including timelines, resources, and milestones, ensuring clear communication across cross-functional teams such as R&D, quality and marketing.
• Measure and document packaging specifications, identify details such as dimensions and materials, and verify product information for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Manage packaging design proofing process.
• Manage product management database
• Lead development of new packaging configurations. When necessary, coordinate with outside vendors and production partners to ensure on-time delivery of projects.
• Procure samples, equipment, and supplies for packaging projects, while monitoring vendor relationships.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Packaging Engineering, Food Science, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in project coordination, preferably in packaging, innovation, or in the food and beverage industry.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Asana, Airtable, Microsoft Project, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with internal teams and external vendors.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team goals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of packaging materials and regulatory requirements in food packaging.
• Understanding of color management, substrates, and printing processes are a plus.
• Familiarity with plant-based or dairy-alternative products.
• Certification in project management (e.g., CAPM or PMP) is a plus.

Additional competencies for success at nutpods:

• CUSTOMER SERVICE DEDICATION - Dedicated to listening to and understanding customers, anticipating their needs, and giving top priority to customer satisfaction.
• COLLABORATION - Working effectively within the organization to accomplish the mission, understand the values and vision, and integrate into all functional areas of the business.
• TEAM INFLUENCE - Using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to inspire and guide individuals toward goal achievement; modifying behaviors to accommodate the tasks, situations, and people involved.
• DEVELOPMENT – Willing and able to develop skills and competencies to support current and future jobs.
• INDIVIDUAL LEADERSHIP (INFLUENCE) - Using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to inspire and guide individuals (customers, peers, and superiors) toward goal achievement; modifying behavior to accommodate tasks, situations, and individuals involved. 
• MAXIMIZING PERFORMANCE - Goal ownership oriented and open to coaching to optimize individual and company performance.
• STRONG TEAM MEMBER -Focused on organizational goals, understands the importance of blending into teams and supporting strong morale and sense of purpose within the team. Understands why groups do what they do. Picks up intentions, needs, positions, values and motivational triggers of fellow team members.
• FLEXIBILITY / ADAPTABILITY - The ability to readily modify, respond to, and integrate change with minimal personal resistance.
• RESOURCEFUL - The ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.

• Base salary range: $55,000 to $60,000 per year, paid on a non-exempt, salaried basis
• Annual bonus potential
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401k Retirement Plan with company match
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• New Parent Leave
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Wellness Resources