Sr Sci, R&D - Packaging Dev

The Kraft Heinz Company; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k plan

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

The Kraft Heinz Company at the Glenview R&D Center seeks a Sr Scientist in R&D – Packaging Development to lead packaging projects from concept to commercialization. You will partner with cross-functional teams to design tests, analyze data, and translate research into market-ready packaging solutions.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience (or higher degrees with commensurate experience). Occasional travel up to 30% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus minimum 4 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree plus minimum 3 years, or PhD plus 2 years
• Strong understanding of packaging materials, packaging equipment/materials interaction, and packaging lab test methods
• Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead, coach and motivate others
• Proven track record of leading packaging projects from concept through commercialization
• Understanding of end-to-end commercialization for new product launches
• Experience with packaging specification systems and data accuracy

Responsibilities

• Lead and support packaging projects spanning innovation, commercialization, cost savings, and ESG
• Drive execution across multiple projects with cross-functional teams
• Design and execute tests, analyze data, and communicate results
• Prioritize multiple assignments and manage timelines
• Complete packaging testing, qualification and commercialization with lab/production teams
• Translate research findings into business opportunities and communicate across teams
• Adapt scientific principles to new products and update packaging specifications

Skills

Packaging leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Problem solving

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 4+ years experience OR Master’s/PhD + experience

Tools

IML experience

Job description

Job Description

SrScientist, R&D – Packaging Development, Philadelphia** **

Job Purpose

TheSr Packaging Scientistwillhavethe opportunity to be a technical leader by providing direction and execution of projects. This role willbeidentifying, scoping, and driving technical projects to meet business initiatives.This candidate should have a proven record of executing work plans anddriving forresults. Proven communication and teamwork skills are essential in this role, whichoperatesin a cross-functional environment. The candidate must also have a strong technical background and be able to apply priorlearningor scientific principles to new situations. Thisrolerequires an individual to manage multiple assignments/ tasks concurrently anddemonstratethe abilitycompletework with minimal guidance.

EssentialFunctions &Responsibilities

• Based in the Philadelphia business unit, lead and support packaging projects spanning innovation, commercialization, cost savings, and ESG
• Work with cross functional teams, acting as packaging lead to drive execution across multiple projects from different business units/product categories
• Understanding the business need,designingand executing tests, analyzing data, drawing conclusions, documenting, communicating results, and commercializing products
• Manage multiple assignments/ projects concurrently andpossessthe ability to prioritize between a variety of business initiatives
• Complete packaging testing,qualificationand commercialization while working closely with cross-functional team members in laboratory and production environments
• Translate research findings into relevant business opportunities and communicate to cross-functional teams
• Adapt and apply scientific principles to new situations/products
• Specification creation and updating, with attention to detail
• Exhibiting a collaborative attitude and applying innovative solutions area must

Expected Experience& Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree plus minimum 4 years of relevant experience, orMaster’sdegree plus minimum 3 years of relevant experience, or PhD degree plus 2 years of relevant experience
• Strong understanding of key subject matter in areas such as packaging materials,packagingequipment/materials interaction, and packaging laboratory test methods
• Excellent communication, influencing, andproblem-solvingskills
• Ability to lead, coach and motivate others
• Proventrack recordof leading packaging projects from concept through successful commercialization, with direct ownership of results
• Understanding of beginning to end commercializationfor new product launches
• Build out and take accountability for Packaging R&D timeline actions, ensuring tasks are clearly planned and executed
• Provides ownership of actions and understandsrole and responsibilities within cross functional project teams
• Hands-on experience developing or supporting IML (in-mold labeling) and film packaging components strongly preferred; willingness to quickly learn and apply new packaging technologies valued
• Demonstrated ability to navigate and manage packaging specification systems (such as documentation, updates, and data accuracy) to support quality and compliance
• Manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently with ability to prioritize work
• Willingness to travel 30%

Work Environment & Schedule

Normal office environment with moderate travel to customer locations, stores, manufacturing facilities, etc.; offices are open workspaces

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:

$89,800.00 - $112,200.00

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 savingfor the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coveragefor 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 aphysical, 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 [e-mail] for assistance.