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Scientist Global Disruptive Innovation R&D Packaging Development
Are you ready for a challenging and unique type of Packaging R&D role This position is a Scientist Packaging Developer on the Global Disruption Innovation R&D team where the individual will be challenged to immerse themselves with the consumer and develop new innovative foodbased solutions. This individual will work with one to three small crossfunctional teams (pods) where collaboration trust and ownership drive the team forward while engaging in the Agile @ Scale framework at Kraft Heinz.
As a Scientist you will be a critical part of the Build and InMarket Validation Phases of the project where promising disruptive concepts are brought to life. You will collaborate with the crossfunctional Core Pod Team to understand the key design principles and guardrails to incorporate into the product design. Iterative development will begin with spy prototypes and benchtop experiments with promising solutions progressing through pilot plant and factory scaleup. While working with the R&D Technical Lead for sprinttosprint activities the Package Developer will have a clear line of ownership and accountability for specific technical workstreams with significant influence over solution development. Success is measured by validating consumer behavior and quantitative metrics across Desirability Feasibility and Viability objectives and key results.
In addition to this Scientists technical contributions they will also support crossfunctional aspects of the project in areas related to consumer insights marketing and financial viability.
Whats on the menu
Collaborate with R&D Technical Lead to prioritize package development tasks
Be the packaging voice on the team
Elevate the consumer experience thru packaging
Lead of all aspects of package development (primary secondary tertiary etc
Explore and evaluate potential suppliers and development partners
Complete rapid prototyping and iterative solution development that achieve design principles
Simultaneously lead multiple projects with complex scopes demonstrating exceptional project management skills
Manage technical timelines communicate effectively identify & address issues and risks and develop contingency plans
Innovate within Procurement Legal Food Safety and Quality project guardrails
Scale promising solutions for plant trials and product launch
Write detailed specifications to ensure consistent highquality products & maintain clear and comprehensive technical documentation.
Embrace Agile ways of working and Agile @ Scale playbook provide feedback on developing process
Recipe for Success apply now if this sounds like you!
Desire to learn and apply Agile Ways Of Working
Demonstrated competency within the commercialization process including multiple aspects of package development: performance distribution & material testing specification creation & determination DSA etc. Experience with multiple packaging formats/technologies preferred. 2 years)
Bachelors or Masters degree in Packaging Chemical Engineering Material Science or related fields
A solid background in ConsumerPackaged Goods (CPG)/FastMoving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry or a comparable field with Packaging expertise in a relevant category
Strong drive for results willingness to experiment and values progress over perfection
Comfortable operating with high levels of autonomy and complexity
Outstanding prioritization and project management abilities
Willingness to think and do things differently
Growth mindset model lifelong curiosity and learning
Willingness to take risk
Experiences Gained in This Role
Agile WOW: Design Thinking Lean Startup and Sprint frameworks
Crossfunctional partnership and collaboration
Iterative solution development with consumerbased experimentation
Creative problem solving and rapid prototype development
Comfortable in being uncomfortable
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:
$77800.00 $97300.00Bonus: This position is eligible for a performancebased 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 candidates geographic region jobrelated 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 familys 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 wellbeing lifestyle for our employees and their families.
Youll 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 401kLife Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability
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Glenview R&D CenterKraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race color national origin age sex sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact .
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