Scientist II, R&D Packaging Development

McCormick & Company • Hunt Valley, MD

6d • Onsite

About The Position

McCormick is hiring a Scientist II, R&D Packaging Development for its Condiments & Sauces category at its Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland. The position contributes to sustainable, consumer-preferred packaging solutions in North America for brands including Frank’s RedHot, Cholula, French’s, and Stubb’s. As part of the Packaging Innovation team, the Scientist works with varied packaging formats and materials, collaborates with cross-functional partners, and supports packaging innovation and commercialization. The role manages multiple projects and is accountable for project deliverables and milestones.

The position offers a base salary of $72,000–$122,500, with compensation determined by factors including geographic location, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. It is eligible to participate in McCormick’s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan. Permanent employees are eligible for the company’s Total Rewards programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Package Engineering, Packaging Design, Packaging Technology, or an alternate relevant technical discipline.
• At least 5 years of packaging development and project management experience as part of a cross-functional team within the consumer-packaged goods industry.
• Knowledge of plastic injection molding and injection blow molding, glass, laminated structures, and paper-based materials.
• Creative problem-solving and solution skills, with 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, and 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 deliver against project milestones and deliverables.
• Independently plan and prioritize work to meet deadlines and customer expectations.
• Apply established standards, controls, and processes.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and eligibility for McCormick’s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Flexibility and support for diverse life stages and choices.
• 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.
• Leadership development programs, professional memberships, tuition assistance, and mentorship.
• Professional memberships and mentorship.

What This Job Offers

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