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Sci – R&D – Packaging Dev
Company | Kraft Heinz |
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Location | Morton Grove, IL, USA |
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Salary | $77800 – $97300 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
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Experience Level | Mid Level |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Packaging, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related fields
- 2-4 years of experience in packaging development and commercialization
- In-depth understanding of packaging material interactions and functionality
- Exceptional teamwork skills and ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
- Highly motivated problem solver with a drive to achieve objectives in a complex environment
- Ability to plan and execute well-thought-out design experiments, anticipate next steps, and adjust course when facing challenges
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Outstanding prioritization and project management abilities
- Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new materials and processes rapidly
- Willingness to travel up to 30%
Responsibilities
- Lead packaging development and consistently deliver results on all project types (e.g., NPD, productivity, operations, and maintenance) from concept to commercialization
- Act as the packaging lead and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution across multiple projects
- Simultaneously lead multiple projects with complex scopes, demonstrating exceptional project management skills
- Collaborate with technical authorities and leverage technologies and applications
- Manage technical timelines, effectively identify and communicate issues and risks, and develop contingency plans
- Conduct lab tests, pilot plant trials, and large-scale factory trials to optimize packaging performance within manufacturing facilities
- Write detailed specifications to ensure consistent, high-quality products
- Maintain clear and comprehensive technical documentation
Preferred Qualifications
No preferred qualifications provided.