Charter Next Generation
One of the country’s principal producers of sustainable, innovative material science solutions.
Charter Next Generation is North America’s leading independent producer of high-performance, specialty films used in flexible packaging, industrial manufacturing, healthcare, and a wide variety of consumer applications.
10/08/2026
From keeping food fresh to protecting medical supplies, Charter Next Generation’s films support the products people rely on every day. Swipe to explore our solutions for Food, Consumer, Industrial, and Healthcare applications.
Then, see them firsthand at PACK EXPO International. Visit Booth N-4948, October 18–21, at McCormick Place in Chicago to connect with our material science experts and explore film solutions for your next application.
Learn more at https://cnginc.com/
Meet Dan Niss, President of Charter Next Generation.
Dan has spent nearly 30 years at CNG with a clear understanding of what drives the business forward. For him, success is built by employee-owners who bring curiosity, commitment, and a desire to keep improving.
At CNG, ownership means everyone has skin in the game. That shared stake turns individual ambition into shared progress.
See how you can : cnginc.com/careers
10/06/2026
Charter Next Generation is expanding its recycle-ready platform with the next generation of MDO-PE solutions. The expanded lineup introduces a range of materials with enhanced functionality, including improved heat resistance, high-barrier performance, and matte-finish aesthetics.
These new solutions, combined with CNG’s material science capabilities and deep regulatory expertise, give brands more options to potentially reduce EPR fees.
Visit CNG at PACK EXPO International, booth N-4948, to see the new MDO-PE lineup firsthand.
Read the full release: https://cnginc.com/charter-next-generation-expands-recycle-ready-platform-with-gen-2-mdo-pe-solutions/
10/01/2026
The freshness of your morning coffee starts with the film protecting it.
This , we’re highlighting Charter Next Generation Next Generation’s coffee films, designed with the seal integrity, peel consistency, and machinability needed to help preserve the flavor in every bag.
See coffee and other everyday products in CNG’s Solutions Studio: https://cnginc.com/interactive-home/
09/30/2026
The best way to understand what it’s like to work at Charter Next Generation is to hear directly from our employee-owners.
The Our People Our Purpose Podcast shares their perspectives and experiences, giving future talent an authentic look at the people and culture behind CNG. Each conversation shows what it means to take ownership, build a meaningful career, and make an impact.
Hear from our employee-owners, explore opportunities, and discover how you can at cnginc.com/careers
09/29/2026
Charter Next Generation is pleased to welcome Mike Manke as Chief Information Officer.
With more than 30 years of technology and transformation experience, Mike will lead CNG's information technology organization, including enterprise systems, data and analytics, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and digital capabilities.
Read the full announcement: https://cnginc.com/charter-next-generation-appoints-mike-manke-as-chief-information-officer/
09/23/2026
I own . For Charles, 15 years at Charter Next Generation has meant building a culture where people feel heard and where that sense of belonging fuels everything around them. As a Training Coordinator, he has dedicated his career to making sure that experience reaches every person who walks through the door.
Explore how you can and grow with us: cnginc.com/careers
09/22/2026
We're pleased to share that Todd Herndon has joined Charter Next Generation as Chief Financial Officer.
In this role, Todd will lead CNG's Finance organization and play a key role in shaping the company's financial strategy, capital allocation, and operating discipline. He brings more than 35 years of financial, commercial, and operational leadership experience across global industrial and consumer manufacturing businesses.
"Todd brings the combination of financial leadership, operating experience, and commercial perspective that will be valuable as we continue advancing CNG's strategy and positioning the business for the future." - Kathy Bolhous, Chairman and CEO of Charter Next Generation.
Read the full announcement: https://cnginc.com/charter-next-generation-names-todd-herndon-chief-financial-officer/
09/21/2026
Looking for Charter Next Generation on campus this fall?
We're heading to several universities, and we'd love to meet you! As a leader in sustainable material science, delivering high-performance specialty films across food, consumer goods, industrial, and healthcare markets, CNG is looking for the next generation of engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers to help us keep for a Better World.
Stop by our booth to discuss careers, internships, and what it means to at CNG. Learn more at https://cnginc.com/careers/internships/
Bagged ice is a staple people count on, from backyard coolers and catering events to disaster relief and emergency response.
Charter Next Generation's ice bags are engineered for food safety and built to perform on high-speed production lines, giving ice producers and retailers packaging they can trust from fill to shelf. This work builds on recognition as the 2025 BRCGS Certificated Site of the Year - Americas.
CNG has also recently joined the International Packaged Ice Association, as a Supplier Member, strengthening our relationships across the country.
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