SENIOR PACKAGING DEVELOPMENT SCIENTIST II, Boston areaOur client is a multi-billion-dollar manufacturer of dairy and beverage products, with fifteen manufacturing plants in the US. Founded over 100 years ago, today they are one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. They are putting together a new team in R&D, and they are seeking a Senior Packaging Development Scientist II.Job SummaryThis person will serve as subject matter expert for area of expertise/segment. They will manage and execute multiple projects simultaneously, performing packaging tasks and providing guidance for team members in a category. They will design and implement challenging packaging projects and resolve complex packaging issues focused on new products, value engineering, customer packaging improvement and/or continuous improvement. They will ensure application of common packaging science/engineering principles and concepts to team projects and leverage relationships and collaborate with all Sr. Product R&D leaders. They will coach junior members of R&D to foster professional growth and teach knowledge associated with R&D School, statistical analysis, DOE, and SPC. This needs a deep understanding of emerging material and packaging technologies, both segment specific and industry innovation, to help create new opportunities and anticipate future consequences and trends accurately.Core ResponsibilitiesManages several projects simultaneously, performing packaging tasks and guidance for team members in a category; ensures application of common packaging principles and concepts to their team’s projects. Plans packaging strategies:Generates reports and writes project proposals.Presents design and research to [internal] customers.Advises staff with packaging recommendations.Collaborates with vendors on innovative technologies.Oversees projects.Influences and collaborates cross-functionally to drive the Customer to Concept process and bring new products to market.Design and implement challenging packaging projects and resolve complex packaging issues focused on new products, value engineering, customer packaging improvement and/or continuous improvement.Proactively maintains existing products through new suppliers, alternate packaging materials, and package improvement.Leverages relationships and collaborate with all Sr. Product R&D leaders.Ensures package meets production and consumer needs, measures capabilities with the plants.Innovates to find solutions for his/her groups’ [process/product category] individual projects.Is responsible and accountable for assuring appropriate use of financial and human capital resources.Subject matter expert for technical complex packaging issues and new opportunities.Adhere to R&D Operating Principles; Commitment to Technical Expertise & Knowledge: Clear, Concise, Continuous Communication; Technical Leadership & Project Management and collaboration between R&D and its Business Partners.Travel required as needed for business; communicate with supervisor when not manageable.Functional and Technical Skills & KnowledgeDeep technical knowledge of packaging science/engineering, data analysis.Extensive knowledge of Company products, processes, and line equipment.Capability and capacity to manage multiple projects with multiple cross functional partners.Use, share, and teach knowledge associated with R&D School, statistical analysis, DOE, and SPC.Author comprehensive packaging instructions/specifications.Effectively utilize root cause analysis tools.Effective collaboration within R&D and with cross functional partners.Product & Customer Knowledge & InsightComprehensive understanding of a technical segment of products and the relationship with Customer and Consumer needs.Deeper understanding of current and latest trends and technologies that may impact the Company and help create new opportunities.Behaviors & AttributesBusiness Acumen: Knows the competition and is aware of how strategies and tactics work in the business; can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately.Thought Leadership: Expresses ideas that demonstrate expertise in particular field, area, or topic; shares innovative thinking full of insight and information.Critical Thinking & Dealing with Ambiguity: Deals with concepts and complexity; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty; can decide and act without having the total picture.Accountability & Ownership: Strong self-accountability to meet deadlines and drive results; is accountable for own work; meets timelines and expectations; works independently and is accountable to deadlines while flexible to changing business needs.Communication: Effectively communicates complex technical issues; tailors the message to the audience; negotiates with vendors.Problem-Solving Savvy: Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; can see hidden problems; looks beyond the obvious and does not stop at the first answers.Maintain behaviors of Learning & Self-Development, Teamwork & Cooperation, and Interpersonal SkillsEmbraces North Star Values; Strive for success through continuous improvement and the quality and safety of our people, products and services. This is a commitment to proudly serving a Company’s customers and consumers with products that meet their needs, exceed their expectations, and bring them joy.Qualifications & Experience7+ years of food industry experiencePhD/Masters/Bachelor of Packaging Science/Engineering degree in relevant scientific field of studyCertifications such as 6 Sigma and ELP are highly beneficial.Culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. They offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This position is also eligible for the bonus program.For more information, please contact Moira McGrath, OPUS International, Inc. 954 428-3888 or e-mail moira@foodscience.com