Sr Sci – Packaging Development

This is a research & development (R&D) packaging role providing the opportunity to lead innovation, renovation, productivity, and maintenance projects. The candidate will be responsible foridentifying, scoping, and driving technical projects to meet business initiatives. This candidate should have a proven record of executing work plans and driving for results, including understanding the business need, designing, and executing tests, analyzing data, drawing conclusions, documenting, communicating results, and commercializing products. The candidate must also have a strong technical background and be able to apply prior learning or scientific principles to new situations. Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration are essential in this role.

Key components of the role

• Work with cross functional teams, acting as packaging lead to drive execution across multiple projects from different business units/product categories 

• Manage multiple assignments/research projects concurrently and possess the ability to prioritize between a variety of business initiatives 

• Complete packaging testing, qualification, and commercialization while working closely with cross-functional team members in laboratory and production environments 

• Translate research findings into relevant business opportunities and communicate to cross-functional teams 

• Adapt and apply scientific principles to new situations/products  

• Create/update technical & detailed specifications 

Qualifications 

• BS/MS in Packaging, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related fields 

• 3-6 years of experience in packagingdevelopment and commercialization

• Strong understanding of packaging materials, packaging equipment/materials interaction, and packaging laboratory test methods  

• Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills  

• Ability to lead, coach and motivate others 

• Manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently and demonstrate the ability complete work with minimal guidance

• Willingness to travel up to 30% 

Base Salary Range: $88,000-$110,000 USD

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