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[Apply on Kraft Heinz Company’s careers site →](https://jobs.kraftheinz.com/careers/job/1970324837579221) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Kraft Heinz Company](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kraft-heinz-company/) / Scientist, R&D - Packaging Development ## Job description ​​Lead and support packaging innovation, commercialization, cost savings, and sustainability projects for iconic brands Kraft Mac & Cheese and Velveeta. ​Consistently deliver results on projects across multiple packaging material types from concept to commercialization. ​Quickly learn and apply knowledge on new product categories and/or processing/packaging areas. ​Function as the packaging lead and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution across multiple projects. ​Simultaneously lead multiple projects with complex scopes, demonstrating exceptional project management skills ​Collaborate with internal technical packaging authorities, packaging vendors, external manufacturers to leverage technologies and applications. ​Manage technical timelines, effectively identify and communicate risks, and develop contingency plans. ​Conduct lab tests, pilot plant trials, and large-scale factory trials to optimize packaging performance within manufacturing facilities. ​Write detailed specifications to ensure consistent, high-quality products. ​Maintain clear and comprehensive technical documentation.​ Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with minimum one (1) year of related experience Proficient in understanding packaging environment in areas such as packaging materials, packaging equipment/materials interaction, and packaging laboratory test methods. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Initiative-taking analytical person with a drive to achieve objectives in a complex environment. Ability to plan and execute well-thought-out design experiments, anticipate next steps, and quickly evaluate alternatives when facing challenges. Adaptive learner with the ability to adapt to new materials and processes rapidly. Manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently with ability to prioritize work. Willingness to travel 30%. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Nov 6, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Nov 8, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 8, 2026 - Listed for: 2 days - Location: Glenview, IL, US - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Kraft Heinz Company’s careers site →](https://jobs.kraftheinz.com/careers/job/1970324837579221) ## Hiring at Kraft Heinz Company - Open jobs: 768 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 11, 2026 [All Kraft Heinz Company jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kraft-heinz-company/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Kraft Heinz Company ### [Scientist, R&D - Consumer Experience BU Support](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kraft-heinz-company/jobs/a5d0e9138795f3ffa07f/) Glenview, IL, US ### [Sr Sci, R&D - Product Dev](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kraft-heinz-company/jobs/9908d6ec0b2c9f14d609/) Glenview, IL, US ### [​Principal Scientist, R&D – CX Product Insights, Away From Home​](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kraft-heinz-company/jobs/b955c10e0b3721d051af/) Glenview, IL, US ### [Director, R&D – Central Packaging E2E Execution](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kraft-heinz-company/jobs/316df9ee5980f758fa16/) Glenview R&D Center, Illinois, United States of America ### [Director, R&D – Digital Transformation](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kraft-heinz-company/jobs/ddff5ecbb4af9af8bd85/) Glenview R&D Center, Illinois, United States of America ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Sr Engineer-Packaging Innovation & Development](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lowes/jobs/4b422ba8cb2917a37e39/) Lowe's · Mooresville, NC ### [Group Leader, Packaging & Distribution Development](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eli-lilly/jobs/a61d461d88abf1427a0b/) Eli Lilly · Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America ### [Analyst, Packaging Development](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/estee-lauder/jobs/af4c7eb5e5b88c8c3f01/) The Estée Lauder Companies · New York, NY, US, United States ### [Manager, Packaging Development, Promo](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/estee-lauder/jobs/1cc3a1686f379debf453/) The Estée Lauder Companies · New York, NY, US, United States ### [senior equipment development engineer - Packaging Engineering](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/starbucks/jobs/1b5af998b9a58f706ba6/) Starbucks · Seattle, Washington, United States [Jobs in Glenview, IL](/locations/us/il/glenview/)[Jobs in Illinois](/locations/us-il/)[Research & Science jobs](/functions/research-science/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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