Glenview, IL, US
8 days ago
Scientist, Global Disruptive Innovation R&D – Packaging Development
Job Description

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 food-based solutions. This individual will work with one to three small cross-functional 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 In-Market Validation Phases of the project where promising disruptive concepts are brought to life. You will collaborate with the cross-functional Core Pod Team to understand the key design principles and guardrails to incorporate into the product design. Iterative development will begin with scrappy prototypes and benchtop experiments with promising solutions progressing through pilot plant and factory scale-up. While working with the R&D Technical Lead for sprint-to-sprint 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 Scientist’s technical contributions, they will also support cross-functional aspects of the project in areas related to consumer insights, marketing, and financial viability.  

What's 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 execution 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, high-quality 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) 

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Packaging, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related fields 

A solid background in Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG)/Fast-Moving 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 

Cross-functional partnership and collaboration 

Iterative solution development with consumer-based 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:

$75,600.00 – $94,500.00

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 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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com.

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