The Senior Scientist in R&D for Packaging Development will lead innovative packaging projects, collaborate with teams on sustainability solutions, and manage multiple initiatives. Candidates need a strong technical background in packaging and must demonstrate excellent communication and project management skills, along with the willingness to travel 30%.
Job Description
Sr. Scientist, R&D - Packaging Development
Our Company:
• The Kraft Heinz Company is revolutionizing the food industry - we will be the most profitable food company powered by the most talented people with unwavering commitment to our communities, leading brands and highest product quality in every category in which we compete. As a global food and beverage powerhouse, Kraft Heinz represents over $29 billion in revenue and is the 3rd largest food and beverage company in North America and 5th largest in the world. At Kraft Heinz, to be the BEST food company, growing a BETTER world is more than a dream - it is our GLOBAL VISION. To be the best, we want the best - best brands, best practices and, most importantly, the best people.
Owners Only!
• Do you have a passion for developing sustainable packaging solutions that deliver exceptional consumer experiences in a strategic and tactical way? We want to hear from you!
• Join the dynamic R&D team at Kraft Heinz as a Senior Packaging Scientist. In this critical innovation role, you'll lead high-impact projects that enhance packaging design across enterprise and renowned brands like Oscar Mayer, Lunchables, Kraft Mac & Cheese, and Kool-Aid.
• This is an opportunity to inspire change by pioneering new packaging concepts without pre-packaged solutions that align with our global sustainability commitments. You'll collaborate with cross-functional partners to implement solutions that reduce environmental impact while upholding our uncompromising standards for quality, safety, and performance.
What's on the menu?
• This is a Research and Development (R&D) Packaging technical role, in the Packaging Technology Platforms Group. This position offers the candidate an excellent opportunity to identify, drive and lead innovative and disruptive packaging technology initiatives (for innovation and sustainability) that will be instrumental in delivering novel, competitively and cost advantaged solutions across the Kraft Heinz portfolio.
• The role includes supporting research pathways, demonstrating proof of concept, build processes, technology scale up, and commercialization or transition of technologies to the business unit.
• Conduct consumer tests, performance benchmarks, and lifecycle assessments to validate the viability of potential packaging solutions for quality, safety, sustainability, and branding.
• This individual must have strong technical skills and be able to link technologies to applications, while demonstrating intellectual curiosity, problem solving, leadership, and project management skills.
• Champion packaging sustainability by staying at the forefront of emerging technologies, materials, regulations, and consumer trends to incorporate groundbreaking solutions into project development and strategic planning.
• This position requires an individual to manage multiple assignments/ tasks concurrently with the ability to work autonomously, a majority of the time.
• Exhibiting a collaborative mindset both internally and with external partners to develop comprehensive packaging sustainability strategies that meet business objectives.
Key Components of the role:
• Work with internal teams and cross-functional partners to understand opportunities and build solid plans with defined deliverables.
• Manage multiple initiatives with complex scopes and/or cross enterprise platforms concurrently.
• Execute research plans, including patent/literature reviews, prototyping, lab testing, consumer testing, qualification on pilot and/or production equipment.
• Build and coordinate relationships with suppliers and technology partners to drive technology pathways.
• Translate research findings into meaningful recommendations, communicating results and driving decisions and technology adoption.
• Present to global teams, senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Have a high degree of autonomy.
Recipe for Success - apply now if this sounds like you!
• BS/MS/PhD in Package, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Proven 3-6 years of experience in Packaging Development and commercialization (which can include internship).
• Strong understanding of key subject matter in areas such as packaging materials, functionality, design of experiments, qualification, laboratory test methods and commercialization of multiple packaging formats.
• Excellent communication, influencing, project management and problem solving skills.
• Ability to lead, coach and motivate others.
• Willingness to travel 30%
Please note: This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position. A comprehensive job description is shared upon interview.
EEO Statement
Kraft Heinz Company, Inc. is an equal employment employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals. As an equal opportunity employer, Kraft Heinz Company, Inc. is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the American's with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 847 646-6044 for assistance.
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.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$88,000.00 - $110,000.00
Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
Location(s)
Glenview R&D Center
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.
Sr. Scientist, R&D - Packaging Development
Our Company:
• The Kraft Heinz Company is revolutionizing the food industry - we will be the most profitable food company powered by the most talented people with unwavering commitment to our communities, leading brands and highest product quality in every category in which we compete. As a global food and beverage powerhouse, Kraft Heinz represents over $29 billion in revenue and is the 3rd largest food and beverage company in North America and 5th largest in the world. At Kraft Heinz, to be the BEST food company, growing a BETTER world is more than a dream - it is our GLOBAL VISION. To be the best, we want the best - best brands, best practices and, most importantly, the best people.
Owners Only!
• Do you have a passion for developing sustainable packaging solutions that deliver exceptional consumer experiences in a strategic and tactical way? We want to hear from you!
• Join the dynamic R&D team at Kraft Heinz as a Senior Packaging Scientist. In this critical innovation role, you'll lead high-impact projects that enhance packaging design across enterprise and renowned brands like Oscar Mayer, Lunchables, Kraft Mac & Cheese, and Kool-Aid.
• This is an opportunity to inspire change by pioneering new packaging concepts without pre-packaged solutions that align with our global sustainability commitments. You'll collaborate with cross-functional partners to implement solutions that reduce environmental impact while upholding our uncompromising standards for quality, safety, and performance.
What's on the menu?
• This is a Research and Development (R&D) Packaging technical role, in the Packaging Technology Platforms Group. This position offers the candidate an excellent opportunity to identify, drive and lead innovative and disruptive packaging technology initiatives (for innovation and sustainability) that will be instrumental in delivering novel, competitively and cost advantaged solutions across the Kraft Heinz portfolio.
• The role includes supporting research pathways, demonstrating proof of concept, build processes, technology scale up, and commercialization or transition of technologies to the business unit.
• Conduct consumer tests, performance benchmarks, and lifecycle assessments to validate the viability of potential packaging solutions for quality, safety, sustainability, and branding.
• This individual must have strong technical skills and be able to link technologies to applications, while demonstrating intellectual curiosity, problem solving, leadership, and project management skills.
• Champion packaging sustainability by staying at the forefront of emerging technologies, materials, regulations, and consumer trends to incorporate groundbreaking solutions into project development and strategic planning.
• This position requires an individual to manage multiple assignments/ tasks concurrently with the ability to work autonomously, a majority of the time.
• Exhibiting a collaborative mindset both internally and with external partners to develop comprehensive packaging sustainability strategies that meet business objectives.
Key Components of the role:
• Work with internal teams and cross-functional partners to understand opportunities and build solid plans with defined deliverables.
• Manage multiple initiatives with complex scopes and/or cross enterprise platforms concurrently.
• Execute research plans, including patent/literature reviews, prototyping, lab testing, consumer testing, qualification on pilot and/or production equipment.
• Build and coordinate relationships with suppliers and technology partners to drive technology pathways.
• Translate research findings into meaningful recommendations, communicating results and driving decisions and technology adoption.
• Present to global teams, senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Have a high degree of autonomy.
Recipe for Success - apply now if this sounds like you!
• BS/MS/PhD in Package, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Proven 3-6 years of experience in Packaging Development and commercialization (which can include internship).
• Strong understanding of key subject matter in areas such as packaging materials, functionality, design of experiments, qualification, laboratory test methods and commercialization of multiple packaging formats.
• Excellent communication, influencing, project management and problem solving skills.
• Ability to lead, coach and motivate others.
• Willingness to travel 30%
Please note: This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position. A comprehensive job description is shared upon interview.
EEO Statement
Kraft Heinz Company, Inc. is an equal employment employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals. As an equal opportunity employer, Kraft Heinz Company, Inc. is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the American's with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 847 646-6044 for assistance.
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.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$88,000.00 - $110,000.00
Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
- Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
- Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
- Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
- Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
Location(s)
Glenview R&D Center
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.
Top Skills
Chemical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Packaging Materials
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