Sr Sci, R&D - Packaging Dev

SrScientist, R&D – Packaging Development, Philadelphia
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The Sr Packaging Scientistwillhavethe opportunity to be a technical leader by providing direction and execution of projects. This role willbeidentifying, scoping, and driving technical projects to meet business initiatives.

This candidate should have a proven record of executing work plans and driving for results. Proven communication and teamwork skills are essential in this role, whichoperatesin a cross-functional environment. The candidate must also have a strong technical background and be able to apply priorlearningor scientific principles to new situations. Thisrolerequires an individual to manage multiple assignments/ tasks concurrently anddemonstratethe abilitycompletework with minimal guidance.

• Based in the Philadelphia business unit, lead and support packaging projects spanning innovation, commercialization, cost savings, and ESG
• Work with cross functional teams, acting as packaging lead to drive execution across multiple projects from different business units/product categories
• Understanding the business need,designing and executing tests, analyzing data, drawing conclusions, documenting, communicating results, and commercializing products
• Manage multiple assignments/ projects concurrently andpossessthe 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
• Specification creation and updating, with attention to detail
• Exhibiting a collaborative attitude and applying innovative solutions area must

• Bachelor’s degree plus minimum 4 years of relevant experience, or Master’sdegree plus minimum 3 years of relevant experience, or PhD degree plus 2 years of relevant experience
• Strong understanding of key subject matter in areas such as 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
• Proven track recordof leading packaging projects from concept through successful commercialization, with direct ownership of results
• Understanding of beginning to end commercializationfor new product launches
• Build out and take accountability for Packaging R&D timeline actions, ensuring tasks are clearly planned and executed
• Provides ownership of actions and understandsrole and responsibilities within cross functional project teams
• Hands-on experience developing or supporting IML (in-mold labeling) and film packaging components strongly preferred; willingness to quickly learn and apply new packaging technologies valued
• Demonstrated ability to navigate and manage packaging specification systems (such as documentation, updates, and data accuracy) to support quality and compliance
• Manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently with ability to prioritize work
• Willingness to travel 30%

Normal office environment with moderate travel to customer locations, stores, manufacturing facilities, etc.; offices are open work spaces

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

$89,800.00 - $

This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and…