Food & Beverage STEM OPT Jobs in Massachusetts
Massachusetts food and beverage companies, from Sanofi's nutrition divisions in Cambridge to Ocean Spray's cooperative operations in Middleborough and craft producers across Greater Boston, hire F-1 STEM OPT candidates in food science, quality engineering, and supply chain roles. The state's strong biotech and agriculture sectors create pathways for STEM-designated positions that support OPT sponsorship.
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Get Access To All JobsABOUT THE WELLNESS PET COMPANY
The Wellness Pet Company is on a mission. Every day, we strive to make the best pet food scientifically proven to deliver a difference pets will feel and pet parents will see. We are a team united by a shared passion for pets and the people who love them. As a community of people working together, Wellies start and end with the consumer – always. At Wellness, we bring our best, stay on the scent of what matters most, get hungry and dig deep to uncover new possibilities, and move with agility when opportunity arises. Above all, we believe the strongest results come from working together and winning as a pack. Sound good to you? Come for a walk with us today!
Our Team is based out of our office in Burlington, Massachusetts, where we work in-office Monday through Thursday each week, and remotely on Fridays. Team members must reside within or be willing to relocate to a commutable distance from our Burlington office.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Packaging Engineer will allow growth and development within the packaging team by working with a breadth of packaging materials from concept to launch while investigating sustainable solutions within the portfolio and supporting trials/qualifications.
What You’ll Accomplish
- Take the lead in managing multiple projects while maintaining deadlines
- Support new product launches, updates to existing portfolio, and sustainability initiatives
- Develop and set standards around specifications and specification management, introducing innovation and design to value solutions, and sharing these solutions with our customers and business partners
- Ensure on-time execution of packaging activities for projects
- Solid knowledge of different packaging structures and applications
- Support supplier transitions for new packaging and/or materials
- Manage packaging information inputs for finished goods
- Support trials and first production runs with manufacturing plants
- Work with and support 3rd party manufacturers and copackers
- Create protocols/success criteria for trials and first production runs
- Properly plan, coordinate, and report each trial, while providing technical support & expertise as needed to execute trial objectives and ensure proper documentation of each activity
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Who We’re Looking For
Team Wellie is a group of people who are all in on winning for the consumer and the pets they love. And so, we are seeking an individual who:
- Brings their best
- Stays on the scent
- Gets hungry and digs deep
- Is quick on their paws
- Wins as a pack
In addition, we are looking for someone who meets the following criteria:
- Degree in Package Engineering, Packaging Science or related
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a packaging role required
- Packaging experience in FMCG (fast moving consumer goods) preferred
- Experience with pet food packaging is a plus
- Experience in packaging development from concept to launch
- Experience leading the design of packaging solutions, while keeping in mind sustainability, shelf presence, machine-ability, and shelf life/product protection
- Established expertise in food packaging materials, technologies, and pricing models
- Business-minded, rigorous problem-solving mindset that considers manufacturing and transportation, sustainability, cost, design, shelf life, and sales in our packaging solutions
- Working knowledge of Cape and TOPS software
- General knowledge and understanding of package testing methodology (ISTA/ASTM)
- Building out, organizing, and managing specifications within a database
- Experience with commercialization and managing multiple projects while maintaining deadlines
- The ability to travel up to 25% of the time
COMPENSATION
The annual salary range for this position is $86,800 to $124,900, based on a full-time work schedule, anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational equity. Compensation may vary within that pay range depending on the selected candidate’s professional background, experience, operational needs, and other considerations permitted by law. The full compensation details will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer and may include eligibility for participation in a bonus program.
The Wellness Pet Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We foster an inclusive work environment and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
ABOUT THE WELLNESS PET COMPANY
The Wellness Pet Company is on a mission. Every day, we strive to make the best pet food scientifically proven to deliver a difference pets will feel and pet parents will see. We are a team united by a shared passion for pets and the people who love them. As a community of people working together, Wellies start and end with the consumer – always. At Wellness, we bring our best, stay on the scent of what matters most, get hungry and dig deep to uncover new possibilities, and move with agility when opportunity arises. Above all, we believe the strongest results come from working together and winning as a pack. Sound good to you? Come for a walk with us today!
Our Team is based out of our office in Burlington, Massachusetts, where we work in-office Monday through Thursday each week, and remotely on Fridays. Team members must reside within or be willing to relocate to a commutable distance from our Burlington office.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Packaging Engineer will allow growth and development within the packaging team by working with a breadth of packaging materials from concept to launch while investigating sustainable solutions within the portfolio and supporting trials/qualifications.
What You’ll Accomplish
- Take the lead in managing multiple projects while maintaining deadlines
- Support new product launches, updates to existing portfolio, and sustainability initiatives
- Develop and set standards around specifications and specification management, introducing innovation and design to value solutions, and sharing these solutions with our customers and business partners
- Ensure on-time execution of packaging activities for projects
- Solid knowledge of different packaging structures and applications
- Support supplier transitions for new packaging and/or materials
- Manage packaging information inputs for finished goods
- Support trials and first production runs with manufacturing plants
- Work with and support 3rd party manufacturers and copackers
- Create protocols/success criteria for trials and first production runs
- Properly plan, coordinate, and report each trial, while providing technical support & expertise as needed to execute trial objectives and ensure proper documentation of each activity
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Who We’re Looking For
Team Wellie is a group of people who are all in on winning for the consumer and the pets they love. And so, we are seeking an individual who:
- Brings their best
- Stays on the scent
- Gets hungry and digs deep
- Is quick on their paws
- Wins as a pack
In addition, we are looking for someone who meets the following criteria:
- Degree in Package Engineering, Packaging Science or related
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a packaging role required
- Packaging experience in FMCG (fast moving consumer goods) preferred
- Experience with pet food packaging is a plus
- Experience in packaging development from concept to launch
- Experience leading the design of packaging solutions, while keeping in mind sustainability, shelf presence, machine-ability, and shelf life/product protection
- Established expertise in food packaging materials, technologies, and pricing models
- Business-minded, rigorous problem-solving mindset that considers manufacturing and transportation, sustainability, cost, design, shelf life, and sales in our packaging solutions
- Working knowledge of Cape and TOPS software
- General knowledge and understanding of package testing methodology (ISTA/ASTM)
- Building out, organizing, and managing specifications within a database
- Experience with commercialization and managing multiple projects while maintaining deadlines
- The ability to travel up to 25% of the time
COMPENSATION
The annual salary range for this position is $86,800 to $124,900, based on a full-time work schedule, anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational equity. Compensation may vary within that pay range depending on the selected candidate’s professional background, experience, operational needs, and other considerations permitted by law. The full compensation details will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer and may include eligibility for participation in a bonus program.
The Wellness Pet Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We foster an inclusive work environment and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
STEM OPT Food & Beverage Job Roles in Massachusetts
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Search Food & Beverage Jobs in MassachusettsFood & Beverage STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
Which food & beverage companies in Massachusetts sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas?
Several Massachusetts food and beverage employers have a documented history of sponsoring work visas for STEM-eligible roles. Large operations like Ocean Spray in Middleborough, PepsiCo distribution and R&D facilities in the Greater Boston area, and food science divisions within life sciences companies in Cambridge and Waltham are among employers that have filed Labor Condition Applications for technical positions. Mid-size specialty food manufacturers and ingredient suppliers also participate, particularly for quality assurance and process engineering roles.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most food & beverage F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Greater Boston, including Cambridge and Somerville, concentrates the most food and beverage STEM OPT opportunities due to the overlap between biotech, food science, and nutrition research. Worcester supports manufacturing and quality roles at regional food processors. The South Shore corridor around Middleborough and Plymouth hosts cooperative and commodity operations. Springfield and the Pioneer Valley have food production facilities connected to agricultural supply chains that occasionally post STEM-eligible openings.
What types of food & beverage roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles qualify for STEM OPT when they fall under a STEM-designated Standard Occupational Classification code and require a degree in a qualifying STEM field. In food and beverage, this commonly includes food scientist, process engineer, quality systems engineer, supply chain analyst, and R&D scientist positions. Roles in sensory science, food safety technology, and data analytics tied to production operations also regularly qualify. General management, sales, and marketing roles typically do not meet the STEM designation requirement.
How do I find food & beverage F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students searching for STEM OPT-eligible positions, and filters results by visa type and industry so you can focus on food and beverage employers in Massachusetts that have sponsorship history. Beyond the job board, review employer Labor Condition Application filings through the OFLC Wage Search to verify which companies have sponsored technical roles in your target occupation. Combining both methods gives you a clearer picture of active sponsors before you apply.
Are there any Massachusetts-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT in the food & beverage industry?
Massachusetts enforces strict food safety and environmental regulations, so employers in the food and beverage sector often require familiarity with state-level compliance frameworks on top of federal standards. For STEM OPT, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, which all Massachusetts companies of qualifying size are required to use. The state's strong union presence in some manufacturing facilities can affect hiring timelines and role structures. Your Designated School Official at your Massachusetts institution must authorize the STEM OPT extension before you begin work under that status.