Job Description: Molded Pulp & Fiber Research Scientist
Location: Ayodhya India Reporting to: Chief Scientist Company: Pakka Limited
About Pakka Limited
At Pakka Ltd we are committed to sustainable innovation creating ecofriendly packaging solutions that align with the needs of modern businesses. With over 40 years of manufacturing excellence and a strong R&D foundation we are launching a new flexible packaging program designed to revolutionize the market. Join us to shape the future of packaging and make a meaningful impact.
Mission of the Role
To develop leakproof & nonsoggy delivery containers development of molded fiber products for food service applications.and explore alternate substrates for molded products leading innovation in sustainable packaging solutions while ensuring optimal performance and market viability.
Key Responsibilities
- Product Development and Innovation:
- Lead the development of leakproof and nonsoggy delivery containers with 2hour shelf life
- Explore and implement alternative materials including agriresidues bioplastics and paper
- Spearhead longterm projects focused on alternate substrate development
- Establish benchmark mechanisms for material properties and processing parameters
- Research and Technical Leadership:
- Drive the exploration of different agriresidues bioplastics and paperbased materials
- Develop and validate substrate properties from various sources
- Create and maintain technical documentation and testing protocols
- Lead technical feasibility studies for new materials and processes
- Quality and Performance Management:
- Establish and monitor quality benchmarks for all developed products
- Ensure consistent product performance across different materials and conditions
- Implement testing methodologies for product validation
- Maintain quality standards throughout the development process
- Crossfunctional Collaboration:
- Work closely with production teams to ensure manufacturability
- Coordinate with R&D teams on material research and development
- Collaborate with quality control for testing and validation
- Engage with sustainability teams to ensure alignment with ecofriendly goals
Key Outcomes (Year 1
- Validation and scaleup of leakproof and nonsoggy delivery container with 2hour shelf life
- Successfully utilize alternate agriresidues/bioplastic/paper for delivery containers
- Align and execute one longterm project with alternate substrate
Qualifications and Experience
- Education:
- Masters degree or Bachelors degree in: Pulp and Paper Technology Polymer Engineering/Technology Biotechnology Chemical Engineering Materials Science Related engineering disciplines with focus on materials/polymers
- Experience:
- 5 years of experience in product development or R&D roles
- Demonstrated experience in molded product development
- Strong background in material science and processing
- Experience with sustainable materials and manufacturing processes
- Skills:
- Expertise in material testing and characterization
- Strong understanding of polymer processing and molding technologies
- Proficiency in quality control systems and benchmarking
- Excellent project management and team collaboration abilities
What We Offer
- Opportunity to lead innovative sustainable packaging solutions
- Stateoftheart R&D facilities and resources
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Professional development opportunities
- Performancebased incentives
- Worklife balance
- Healthcare benefits
- Innovationfocused work culture
To Apply:
If youre passionate about driving innovation and shaping the future of sustainable packaging send your CV and cover letter to
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Join us to shape the future of sustainable packaging!