Application Expert (Temporary)

Sealed Air Corporation; Rho; In loco; EUR 32.000 - 52.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Sealed Air Corporation in Lombardia, Italy, seeks an Application Specialist within the EMEA R&D team to support development and validation of innovative packaging solutions.

The role collaborates with R&D Process and Analytical teams to plan tests, evaluate materials, and prepare technical documentation under senior guidance.

A university degree in a technical field and 0–2 years of related experience are preferred; strong communication and documentation skills are essential.

Competenze

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field with internships or project work in packaging, equipment, or manufacturing.
• 0–2 years in packaging, technical, engineering, R&D, quality, or manufacturing roles.
• Basic understanding of packaging materials, equipment, testing methods, or product application is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear technical documentation.
• Ability to prepare clear test summaries, reports, and documentation.
• Good organizational skills, eagerness to learn and proactive attitude.

Mansioni

• Support the development, design, and execution of trials to validate performance and reliability of packaging materials and equipment.
• Generate high-quality test results and technical documentation to inform decisions.
• Contribute ideas for improving existing products and supporting new product development.
• Assist in market introduction of new systems through field monitoring and data collection.

Conoscenze

Test planning

Data analysis

Communication

Documentation

Organizational skills

Formazione

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Packaging)

Descrizione del lavoro

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance – a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value to our stakeholders. In 2025, Sealed Air generated $5.4 billion in sales and has approximately 16,100 employees who serve customers in 119 countries/territories. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com.

Position Purpose

As part of the EMEA R&D team, the Application Specialist supports the development and validation of innovative packaging solutions, focusing on how materials perform with customer equipment and products.

The Application Expert works closely with the R&D Process and Analytical teams and other technical functions to support testing, product evaluations, and trials, and helps prepare and execute test plans, fitness-for-use assessments, and technical evaluations under senior guidance.

Why do we need you?

• You support the development, design, and execution of trials to validate the performance and reliability of packaging materials, equipment, and their interactions.
• You help generate high-quality test results and technical documentation to support data-driven decisions.
• You contribute ideas for improving existing product lines and supporting the development of new products, based on an understanding of materials, equipment, and customer operations.
• You support the market introduction of newly released systems through field monitoring, data collection, and technical follow-up.
• You contribute to projects related to supply chain improvements, manufacturing processes, and raw materials by helping assess the impact of changes on material performance.
• You collaborate with sustainability experts to support the design of products aligned with upcoming PPWR regulatory requirements.
• You are willing to learn, develop technical expertise, and grow within the R&D organization while contributing to cross-functional projects.

Qualifications

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Packaging Engineering/Science, Food/Meat Science, or a related technical field. Previous experience or internship exposure in packaging, equipment, automation, materials, or a related industrial environment is preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience in a packaging, technical, engineering, R&D, quality, or manufacturing-related role. Candidates with relevant academic projects, internships, or early-career experience will also be considered.
• Basic understanding of packaging materials, packaging equipment, testing methods, or product application is an advantage
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information clearly and professionally.
• Ability to prepare clear test summaries, reports, and documentation based on data and observations.
• Good organizational skills, willingness to learn and proactive attitude

Requisition id: 55234

Relocation: No

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression.

Sealed Air is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.