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Kraft Heinz Company · Glenview R&D Center, IL

# Associate Scientist, R&D - Packaging Dev

Glenview R&D Center, Illinois, United States of America, Heinz Innovation Center, Pennsylvania Research & Science 

Listed on Kraft Heinz Company’s official careers site. Posted August 17, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Kraft Heinz Company’s careers site →](https://jobs.kraftheinz.com/careers/job/1970324837495309)

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## Job description
- Support and lead packaging commercialization activities for new and renovated package launches from concept through implementation, including material specifications, trials and testing, technical drawings, artwork and graphics development, start-up procedures
- Serve as a proactive technical resource by leading lower-complexity initiatives and supporting more complex projects
- Partner with cross-functional teams to execute projects across innovation, renovation, sustainability, brand maintenance, cost optimization, and other strategic priorities
- Assess project risks and feasibility to support sound technical decision-making
- Design and execute plant trials across a range of products and packaging materials to advance project objectives
- Develop and lead packaging performance testing and evaluations to ensure robust analysis of packaging variables
- Write detailed technical trial plans, testing protocols, and summary reports
- Create and maintain packaging specifications, manufacturing procedures, finished product specifications, and related database documentation
- Manage multiple assignments simultaneously with supervisor guidance and possess the ability to prioritize between a variety of business initiatives
- Apply scientific learning to new situations while demonstrating critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Engineering, Material Science, or an adjacent technical discipline Experience or strong interest in the food or consumer packaged goods industry Foundational knowledge of packaging science, materials, and testing protocols, with hands-on application through academic or industry experience Understanding of packaging functionality and the interaction between packaging, product, and processing
- Ability to work effectively in office, laboratory, and manufacturing environments
- Strong verbal and written communication skills Self-motivated approach, strong attention to detail, sense of urgency, and eagerness to learn Willingness to travel 30% based on business needs, including visits to internal plants, co-manufacturers, suppliers, or other R&D sites

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Aug 17, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 18, 2026
- Listed for: 62 days
- Location: Glenview R&D Center, Illinois, United States of America, Heinz Innovation Center, Pennsylvania[Apply on Kraft Heinz Company’s careers site →](https://jobs.kraftheinz.com/careers/job/1970324837495309)

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