R&D Specialist - Louveira

multi color corp; Louveira; On-site; BRL 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

MCC in Louveira, SP Brazil seeks an experienced R&D Specialist to lead innovation and new product development in a packaging manufacturing environment. You will partner with cross-functional teams to deliver projects from concept through industrial implementation, ensuring market fit, technical specs, and business objectives.

The role requires strong project management, engineering background, and fluency in English and Portuguese, with a focus on continuous improvement and Stage-Gate processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years managing product development/R&D projects in manufacturing.
• Experience leading cross-functional project teams.
• Strong understanding of product development and manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D projects from concept through industrial implementation with scope, timelines, budgets, and metrics.
• Drive new product development and enhancements to existing products.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across R&D, Production, QA, Engineering, Procurement, Sales, Marketing and Operations.
• Track KPIs, risks, and outcomes; report status to leadership.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

English language

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Protheus ERP

i4S

Stage-Gate

MS Office

Job description

Build your Career with an Industry Leader

As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a century of printing experience, MCC is focused on the future by developing consumer-driven innovations and sustainable packaging solutions. Working for our team, you can truly make a difference.

R&D Specialist (Research & Development Specialist)

Department: Product Development & Engineering
Reports To: Product Development & Engineering Manager
Location: Louveira, SP Brazil
Position Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

The R&D Specialist is responsible for leading innovation and new product development projects while driving continuous improvement initiatives within a printing and packaging manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet market demands, customer expectations, technical specifications, and business objectives.

The ideal candidate brings strong project management expertise, technical knowledge, and a passion for innovation, with the ability to lead projects from concept through industrial implementation.

Key Responsibilities

Research & Development

• Lead Research & Development projects from concept through industrial implementation, ensuring adherence to project scope, timelines, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Drive new product development initiatives and enhancements to existing products.
• Conduct market research, competitive benchmarking, and technology assessments to identify innovation opportunities.
• Evaluate product performance and recommend improvements based on customer and market feedback.

Project Management

• Manage multiple product development and innovation projects simultaneously.
• Develop project plans, timelines, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project milestones and ensure successful execution through a Stage-Gate or similar product development methodology.
• Track and report project status, KPIs, risks, and outcomes to leadership and stakeholders.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams involving R&D, Production, Quality, Engineering, Procurement, Sales, Marketing, and Operations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers throughout the development process.
• Facilitate communication and alignment across departments to ensure project success.

Technical Analysis & Continuous Improvement

• Conduct technical, operational, and financial feasibility studies to support decision-making.
• Identify risks and opportunities and implement corrective or preventive actions.
• Support manufacturing optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and standardize project management methodologies, processes, and tools.

Innovation Leadership

• Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, materials, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members and contribute to knowledge sharing across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Product Development, Packaging Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Graphic Arts, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing product development, innovation, or R&D projects within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional project teams.
• Strong understanding of product development processes, project management methodologies, and industrial manufacturing operations.

Technical Skills

• Experience with Protheus ERP.
• Experience with Intranet business systems.
• Experience with i4S or similar manufacturing management systems.
• Knowledge of Stage-Gate project management methodologies.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Language Requirements

• Fluent English (written and spoken) is required.
• Portuguese required.

Preferred Competencies

• Project leadership and stakeholder management.
• Strategic and innovative thinking.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer-focused mindset.
• Strong collaboration and influencing skills.

The physical demands require standing, using hands to finger, feel and touch; reach with arms and hands; talk and hear. This position requires frequent walking. Occasionally, employee is required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Must be able to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision requirements are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.