Scientist II, R&D Packaging Development

McCormick & Company • HUNT VALLEY, MD

8d • $72,000 - $122,500 • Onsite

About The Position

McCormick is hiring a Scientist II, R&D Packaging Development for its Condiments & Sauces category at the Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland. The role is part of the Packaging Innovation team and focuses on developing sustainable, consumer-preferred packaging solutions in North America for brands including Frank’s RedHot, Cholula, French’s, and Stubb’s. The Scientist II contributes technical expertise and creativity to packaging innovation across a variety of formats and materials, working with cross-functional partners and managing project planning and delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Package Engineering, Packaging Design, Packaging Technology, or an alternate relevant technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of packaging development and project management experience as part of a cross-functional team within the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) industry.
• Knowledge of plastic injection molding and injection blow molding, glass, laminated structures, and paper-based materials.
• Creative problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work as a team player.
• Analytical skills to evaluate complex and ambiguous situations.
• Business and commercial awareness, with the ability to influence cross-functional partners.

Nice To Haves

• Consumer-packaged goods background and food industry experience.
• Manufacturing plant experience.
• Experience with ideation processes, consumer learning tools, and technology analysis.
• Experience with SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and C.A.P.E. palletization software.

Responsibilities

• Interact across multiple levels and functions, manage project planning activities, and provide technical guidance.
• Recommend package design, development, material selection, and commercialization activities.
• Support proactive packaging innovation projects that address unmet consumer needs and improve sustainability.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently and remain accountable for deliverables and milestones.
• Independently plan and prioritize work to meet deadlines and customer expectations.
• Apply established standards, controls, and processes.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities.
• Flexibility and support for diverse life stages and choices.
• Leadership development programs, professional memberships, tuition assistance, and mentorship.
• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life, and disability benefits.
• Paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support.
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans.
• Eligible permanent employees may participate in McCormick’s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

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