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2020 IOPP Salary Survey Executive Summary

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2020 IoPP Salary Survey Executive Summary

Table of Contents Mission Statement and Core Values .......................................................... 4 Letter from the IoPP Board Chair............................................................... 6 2020 Salary Survey Executive Summary ................................................... 7 Letter from the IoPP Director of Education ................................................15 Elevate Your Packaging Career................................................................17 Expand Your Packaging Expertise ...........................................................18 Engage with Your Packaging Community .................................................19 Membership Opportunities and Benefits ...................................................20 IoPP Partners and Benefits ......................................................................23

Disclaimer: a portion of survey responses were collected during the COVID-19 pandemic crisis which may skew the data presented in this report. Note on average salary: In order to make a truly fair average salary comparison yearover-year, the sampleâ€™s shares of male and female respondents must be consistent. The adjusted average salary accounts for the increase in female respondents in 2020 (+3%, from 26% to 29%), who have generally lower salaries than male respondents, and the corresponding decrease in male respondents (-3%, from 74% to 71%) who have generally higher salaries. Revised for gender share consistency, the overall average domestic salary dropped 3.2% from 2019, as opposed to the unweighted average drop of 4.1% referenced elsewhere in the report.

Mission Statement The Institute of Packaging Professionals is dedicated to creating networking and educational opportunities that help packaging professionals succeed.

Core Values IoPP is dedicated to the proposition that packaging is a positive, environmentally responsible and economically efficient force, operating in a modern economic society for the benefit and improved well-being of its people. IoPP is committed to leadership in packaging through the continuing education and growth of its members and other packaging professionals. IoPP is operated with rigorous quality standards, reinforced by continuous improvement and growth in the organization, its activities and operations. IoPP is working with a dedicated team of volunteer leaders and employed staff, which collaborate efficiently and effectively for the betterment of packaging, the packaging community, IoPP and all of us as individuals; IoPP is maintaining timely and efficient communications among themselves and all other interested parties. IoPP is operated by individuals with a high standard of ethical conduct in all affairs, within budget and with cost controls to effect fiscal responsibility.

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LETTER FROM THE IOPP BOARD CHAIR

2020’s Health Challenges Show Packaging’s Critical Importance 2020 will not be a year we soon forget! It has demonstrated the role packaging plays in protecting products and preserving food, among other things. I joined the Institute of Packaging Professionals in 2005 and never thought 15 years later I would be Board Chair of this great organization. I was elected to the board in 2019 and stepped into the role of Treasurer. It was gratifying to see the improvement in financials and the smooth transition of our alliance with PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, last year. This year, I have assumed the role of Chair and am excited we have a very strong, engaged Board of Directors with several new members. We will continue to drive the Institute forward with the help of a great staff and our Executive Director, Jane Chase. Did you happen to see the amazing article in Packaging World last September that highlighted PepsiCo’s use of our Certified Packaging Professional program? Both the learning portion and the certification process were done entirely online. It is just one of many examples of how IoPP continues to bring value to the packaging community. The CPP program is expanding globally, which is a great thing! We, of course, are focusing on membership and have recently revamped our Honors and Awards program, so look for a splash at PACK EXPO in November in Chicago. We also continue to highlight great packages with our AmeriStar Awards (have you entered your new packages yet?) IoPP has a lot to offer our members, and we hope it is apparent. With that said, I am pleased to share the results of the IoPP 2020 Salary Survey; it continues to show that packaging is not only a valuable business segment but a very rewarding career. Respectfully,

Rebecca Lane Oesterle, CPPL Chair, Institute of Packaging Professionals See who else is on the Board of Directors.

2020 Salary Survey Executive Summary

2020 Results Although the total base of respondents decreased by 3%, older respondents (65+) increased by 30% over last year. The average age of respondents also rose slightly to 44.4 years from 44.0 in 2019. Coronavirus and job security were frequently mentioned in qualitative responses (12% and 9% of responses, respectively). However, 70% of respondents expect to earn a higher salary in 2020, with almost 90% of those respondents expecting to earn anywhere from 1-10% more. Percentage of Certified Packaging Professionals is also on the rise, from 16% in 2019 to 19%, thus far, in 2020.

All Respondents Salary (x$1000) Respondents by Age 18-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65+ Gender Males Females Prefer not to say

2020 Results

Base:

2019 Results

$109.15

1,197

$75.96 $105.59 $120.52 $144.72 $104.12

329 278 276 255 57

$112.99 $99.55 $108.75

838 341 16

Base:

Salary Change %

Sample Change

$113.91

1,237

-4.2%

-3%

$79.47 $108.77 $132.15 $141.66 $140.11

360 283 265 284 44

-4.4% -2.9% -8.8% 2.2% -25.7%

-9% -2% 4% -10% 30%

$117.80 $100.24

925 300

-4.1% -0.7%

-9% 14%

Raises in 2019 72% of all respondents reported that they received a pay raise in 2019, but 8% do not believe they will receive one this year. Raises are correlated to age. This exact question was not included in 2019’s survey. 2020 results 72% 25% 3%

Did you receive a traditional salary increase for 2019? Yes, I received a salary increase in 2019 No, my salary stayed the same in 2019 No, my salary decreased in 2019*

2019 results 73% 27%**

*In 2019, this response option did not exist. ** In 2019, respondents could answer “No, I didn’t receive a pay raise for 2018 but I anticipate receiving one for 2019” and “No, I didn’t receive a pay raise for 2018 and I do not anticipate receiving one for 2019”. Negative responses for 2019 were bucketed for comparison to 2020 data.

75% of respondents who received a salary increase reported they received a pay raise of 5% or less in 2019, with 14% receiving a raise of 6-10%. What percentage salary increase did you receive in 2019? 0-5% 6%-10% 11%-15% 16%-20% More than 20%

2019 salary increases 75% 14% 4% 3% 2%

Bonuses Percentage of respondents receiving bonuses fell slightly from the previous year, from 71% receiving a bonus for 2018, as compared to 69% receiving a bonus for 2019. Whether a bonus was received or not, 34% of respondents do not anticipate receiving one next year; a 2% increase from last year.

Did you receive a bonus for 2019? Yes, I received a bonus for 2019, and anticipate receiving one for 2020. Yes, I received a bonus for 2019, but don’t anticipate receiving one for 2020. No, I didn’t receive a bonus for 2019, but anticipate receiving one for 2020. No, I didn’t receive a bonus for 2019, and don’t anticipate receiving one for 2020.

2020 Results

2019 Results

57%

62%

12%

22%

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Job Security 72% of all respondents currently feel very/somewhat secure in their jobs. This is slightly lower than last year’s result. Job security varies most by age, as more than 17% of those 45-54 age range and 18% of those 65 or older are a little/very worried about job security. 2020 2019 Results Results Overall, how satisfied are you with your current job security? I feel very secure 38% 40% I feel somewhat secure 34% 33% Neutral – no strong feelings 15% 13% I’m a little worried about job security 9% 9% I’m very worried about job security 4% 4%

Job Security Verbatim Comments Survey participants were asked to comment on the one thing they worried about regarding job security. A total of 818 respondents answered this question. Of these respondents…. …151 indicated that nothing bothered them/they had no worries about job security …117 mentioned instability at their own company such as change in leadership or a merger. …100 worried about layoffs or reduction in staff, or their contract status as an employee. …81 mentioned the economy. …79 are concerned with adding value or meeting company goals. …77 mentioned coronavirus and/or the pandemic. …37 mentioned government or regulatory instability both in the US and abroad. …35 indicated industry trends. …34 worry about work/life balance. …22 indicate concern about personal advancement ..…8 mentioned competition.

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Table of Contents of Full Salary Survey Report To purchase the full report, please visit the News/Publication tab at www.iopp.org. Introduction & Method

Results

Section I: Respondent Profile Location

Gender

Age

Experience

Education

Certification IoPP Membership

12 13

Job Function

Employment Status

Section II: Company Demographics Type of Company

Industry

Company Size (employees)

Section III: Career Satisfaction Satisfaction with Job Security

New Jobs in 2020

Section IV: Benefit & Compensation Information Total Compensation in 2019

Compensation by Age

Compensation by Experience

Compensation by Gender

Compensation by Education

Compensation by Job Function

Compensation by Company Size (# of employees)

Compensation by Company Type

Compensation by Geography

Packaging Certification

IoPP Membership Earnings Expectations for 2020

26 27

LETTER FROM THE IoPP DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

Are You Prepared to Adapt to the ‘New Normal?” In recent weeks, I’ve talked with IoPP members and read the perspectives of a few strategic thinkers. Some ideas are emerging for where things may be heading in packaging as we slowly work our way back toward a “new normal.” Here are several thoughts on how business will evolve for packaging professionals:

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• Production agility will be paramount, and you need to understand what your customers want now more than ever. Consider snack foods—some manufacturers are seeing a surge in demand for single-use packaging while others, catering to families isolating during the pandemic, are prioritizing biggerpack and multipack formats. Both require different packaging and production line considerations. Many consumers will prioritize product availability over brand loyalty, as they did during the height of the coronavirus pandemic. That will place a premium on packaging running efficiently on production lines, with minimal but well-planned downtime. When was the last time you analyzed the financial impacts of your packaging’s changeover time on your packaging line? Companies will need to assess how their business has changed since the onset of COVID19. An audit and risk assessment, for example, may point to needed changes in suppliers and alternative manufacturing sites. If so, what are the packaging ramifications?

The coming times offer great challenges—but they also put us at the doorstep of an emerging era promising great opportunities for innovation. The winners will be manufacturers that understand the deeper truths about how our healthcare challenges are affecting their consumers’ lives—and how their brands can help. They will have answers for supply chain disruption and packaging materials sourcing issues. It has never been more important than now to know your consumer, and to keenly understand considerations such as your packaging options and what different packaging formats and materials do in production. IoPP’s training programs and our PackChat networking community app can lend a hand on the latter part. How can IoPP help you succeed? Best Regards,

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Joining IoPP provides opportunities for industry recognition that you need to succeed! Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) for the experienced packaging professional Certified Professionals in Training (CPIT) for students and those new to the industry AmeriStar Awards Member Honors and Awards Student AmeriStar Packaging Awards Competition

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Expand Your Packaging Expertise Kick it up a notch with IoPP! Are you looking for world-class packaging education to help you take your career to the next level? If you want access to educational opportunities geared toward the packaging industry, from in-person courses and seminars to webinars and online learning, IoPP membership is your golden ticket.

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Want access to all of our education offerings? Visit www.iopp.org for more information and to join.

Engage with Your Packaging Community Are you looking to connect with your packaging peers? Expand your professional network to help you succeed in your career! IoPP membership is the way to get started! IoPP members have infinite opportunities to connect with the packaging community through local chapter meetings, PackChat â€“ the online packaging ideas exchange, as well as getting together at various industry events.

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