Sr Sci, R&D - Packaging Dev

Lead and support packaging projects spanning innovation, commercialization, cost savings, and ESG within the Heinz, Classico, Stove Top and A1 Brand 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, designing and executing tests, analyzing data, drawing conclusions, documenting, communicating results, and commercializing products Manage multiple assignments/ projects concurrently and possess the ability to prioritize between a variety of business initiatives Complete packaging testing, qualification and 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 are a must Bachelor's degree plus minimum 4 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree 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, packaging equipment/materials interaction, and packaging laboratory 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 successful commercialization, with direct ownership of results Understanding of beginning to end commercialization for 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 understands role and responsibilities within cross functional project teams Hands-on experience developing or supporting rigid bottles, closures 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%