Packaging Materials Laboratory Scientist I

McCormick & Company • Hunt Valley, MD

2d • $63,250 - $110,680 • Onsite

About The Position

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team. McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work. We are looking to hire a Packaging Lab Scientist I immediately at our Technical Innovation Center in Hunt Valley, Maryland. What We Bring To The Table: The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer: Competitive compensation Career growth opportunities Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness Tuition assistance Position Overview: The Packaging Laboratory Scientist I is responsible for developing and/or executing laboratory science projects, managing & executing internal and external laboratory testing, maintaining laboratory equipment, and creating and implementing new test methodologies. This role supports new products, cost savings projects and manufacturing/supply chain improvements, and works cross-functionally to add value to the initiatives. You’ll work with a diverse array of packaging formats and materials used for our leading brands including McCormick, Old Bay, Lawry’s, Grill Mates, French’s, Cholula, Frank’s, and Gourmet Garden.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Package Engineering, Packaging Technology, or a technically relevant discipline.
• 1-3 years of experience in technical areas of laboratory testing, laboratory projects and laboratory operations, preferably in the Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) industry.
• Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Creative problem-solving skills, high attention to detail, and highly organized.
• Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to be a team player.

Nice To Haves

• Food industry and manufacturing environment experience.
• Experience with advanced laboratory analysis equipment, automated metrology systems, robotics, and artificial intelligence.
• Experience with SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint software.

Responsibilities

• Development and/or execution of laboratory science projects.
• Execution of laboratory testing of packages, packaging components, or packaging materials internally and through external partners, to validate or predict performance, durability, function & reliability.
• Laboratory operations support to include implementation of safety practices, creation & maintenance of test procedures and SOPs, and equipment calibration & maintenance.
• Manage multiple work assignments concurrently with accountability for deliverables and milestones.
• Plan and prioritize work to ensure deadlines and expectations are met and be highly self-directed.
• Interact across all levels of the organization, work cross-functionally, and participate in project activities.
• Apply established standards, controls, and processes.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness
• Tuition assistance
• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level