Sr Sci, R&D - Packaging Dev

Job Description Senior Scientist, Packaging R&D –   Meat, Cheese, Coffee, and Snacking   This   Senior Scientist   Packaging R&D   role   provides packaging leadership across innovation, renovation, productivity, ESG, and maintenance initiatives   across the MCCS (Meats, Cheese, Coffee, Snacking)   platform .     This role   is responsible for   identifying , scoping, and leading technical packaging projects that support business priorities from concept through commercialization.   The ideal candidate brings strong technical depth, sound scientific judgment, and   a track record   of independently driving packaging work plans to deliver results. This includes understanding business needs,   consumer needs,   designing and executing tests, analyzing data, translating findings into recommendations, documenting technical work, communicating clearly with cross-functional partners, and supporting successful commercialization. Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to apply packaging principles and prior   learning   to new products, processes, and challenges.   Key   components of the role      Lead the MCCS packaging productivity pipeline (~25% of role), including pipeline governance, prioritization, and delivery of cost/sustainability/value initiatives   Serve as the packaging lead across multiple projects spanning business product categories   Identify   technical risks, define work plans, and drive packaging activities from concept through qualification and commercialization   Partner cross-functionally with   Product R&D , Operations, Quality, Procurement, and other stakeholders to advance business initiatives     Understand the consumer and partner with CIS (Consumer Insights & Strategy) to inform packaging decisions   Design, execute, and interpret packaging tests in laboratory and production environments   Translate technical findings into clear recommendations, business implications, and next steps   Create, update, and   maintain   detailed technical documentation and packaging specifications   Manage multiple assignments concurrently and prioritize effectively across competing business needs   Apply scientific and packaging principles to new products, materials, processes, and technical challenges   Qualifications   BS or MS in Packaging, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field   Bachelor’s degree plus minimum   5   years of relevant experience, or   master’s   degree plus minimum   4   years of relevant experience, or PhD degree plus   3   years of relevant experience   Strong understanding of packaging materials, equipment, material interaction, and packaging test methods   Strong understanding of modified atmosphere and thermoforming.   Demonstrated ability to lead technical workstreams and influence cross-functional team   Strong communication , problem-solving, and decision-making skill s   Ability to coach, guide, and motivate others   Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and complete work with minimal guidance   Willingness to travel up to 30%   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 saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for 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 a physical, 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 [email protected] for assistance.