Todd Jongen
About Todd Jongen
Todd Jongen serves as the Director of Non-Foods Product Development and Packaging Science at US Foods, a position he has held since 2013. He has extensive experience in packaging engineering, having previously worked for companies such as Bausch & Lomb, Unilever, and Lansmont Corporation.
Work at US Foods
Todd Jongen has served as the Director of Non-Foods Product Development and Packaging Science at US Foods since 2013. In this role, he oversees the development of non-food products and packaging solutions. His tenure at US Foods spans over 11 years, during which he has contributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing product offerings and packaging efficiency. Prior to his current position, he worked as the Technical Director of Packaging at the same company from 2006 to 2013.
Previous Experience in Packaging Engineering
Before joining US Foods, Todd Jongen held several significant positions in the packaging industry. He worked at Bausch & Lomb as a Senior Packaging Engineer from 1993 to 1997, where he focused on packaging solutions for healthcare products. He also served as the Manager of Packaging Technology at Unilever from 1999 to 2006, managing packaging innovations and technologies. Additionally, he was the Director of Operations at Lansmont Corporation from 1997 to 1999, where he oversaw operational processes.
Education and Expertise
Todd Jongen earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Packaging from the Rochester Institute of Technology, where he studied from 1989 to 1993. He furthered his education at Northwestern University in 2013, completing a program that lasted 11 months. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in packaging development and engineering.
Career Timeline
Todd Jongen's career in packaging spans several decades and includes various roles across different organizations. He began his career at Bausch & Lomb, followed by positions at Lansmont Corporation, Unilever, and US Foods. His career trajectory reflects a consistent focus on packaging engineering and product development, with significant contributions to each organization he has worked for.