Packaging Scientist: Innovation & Cost Savings

Hormel Foods; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 64,425 - 137,340; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Relocation assistance

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Hormel Foods, a global branded food company, seeks a Packaging Scientist to lead research and development of packaging technologies, guiding new systems from concept to implementation. You will collaborate across Engineering, Operations, Marketing and Purchasing to advance packaging initiatives.

The role emphasizes a mix of independent and team work, strong analytical skills, and clear communication of technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or related field.
• Project management skills with the ability to lead and run projects smoothly.
• Demonstrated self-motivation, initiative, and creativity.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team setting.
• An understanding of basic scientific principles.
• Strong analytical, time management, and record keeping skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including good team building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills with ability to effectively present technical concepts to a nontechnical audience.
• Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer
• Must be 18 years of age or older (all plant positions including R&D)

Responsibilities

• Identify and research packaging developments leading to new packaging systems.
• Evaluate packaging materials and design changes to save costs.
• Serve as technical service/troubleshooter for packaging issues.
• Develop plans for improving packaging efficiencies and manage packaging specifications.
• Coordinate packaging technology projects with Engineering, Operations, Marketing and Purchasing.
• Plan and manage projects daily with Research Technicians.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Packaging Engineering degree

Tools

Packaging equipment

Job description

Hormel Foods, a global branded food company, seeks a Packaging Scientist to lead research and development of packaging technologies, guiding new systems from concept to implementation. You will collaborate across Engineering, Operations, Marketing and Purchasing to advance packaging initiatives.

The role emphasizes a mix of independent and team work, strong analytical skills, and clear communication of technical concepts to diverse audiences.