Packaging Lab Innovator: Open‑Innovation & Prototyping

Ferrero; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Ferrero is hiring a Packaging Innovation Specialist to support Open Innovation lab testing, prototyping, and lab management. You will run lab equipment, generate test reports, and collaborate with Innovation managers and external partners to scout and develop breakthrough packaging technologies.

The role requires a strong background in chemistry/materials and hands-on prototyping with CAD/CAM tools; the candidate will contribute to packaging evaluation and lab organization efforts across the

Qualifications

• MS/BS degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Mechanical-Packaging Engineering, Chemical Engineering and/or related fields.
• Minimum of 3–5 years experience in Packaging, Innovation, R&D, and/or development in a CPG or multinational corporation.
• Strong knowledge of material science, packaging innovation, and material engineering; willingness to broaden scope.

Responsibilities

• Scout novel packaging innovations from the market and translate into new formulations or concepts.
• Prototype packaging materials and systems using lab instruments.
• Coordinate trials and connections with external/internal partners.

Skills

Lab testing

CAD software

CAM software

3D printing

Strong communication

Independent working

AI concepts awareness

Microsoft Office

Education

MS/BS in Chemistry, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Mechanical-Packaging Engineering, Chemical Engineering

Tools

CAD

CAM

3D printing

Job description

Ferrero is hiring a Packaging Innovation Specialist to support Open Innovation lab testing, prototyping, and lab management. You will run lab equipment, generate test reports, and collaborate with Innovation managers and external partners to scout and develop breakthrough packaging technologies.

The role requires a strong background in chemistry/materials and hands-on prototyping with CAD/CAM tools; the candidate will contribute to packaging evaluation and lab organization efforts across the