R&D Packaging Contractor

Job Title: R&D Packaging Contractor
Location: Valhalla, NY
Pay: $30/hr

Job Accountabilities

• Support the development and commercialization of new Product-Package Sensory Interaction studies.
• Execute lab testing according to client/industry standards, maintaining solid documentation and observation skills, and develop new SOPs as needed.
• Translate technical knowledge of industry standard methodology and equipment operating guardrails into effective package test plans as needed.
• Work with a variety of packaging materials (bottles, closures, labels, cans, glass, corrugated, unit loads, etc.), processing conditions (hot fill, cold fill, carbonation, aseptic), and demonstrate aptitude to work with a variety of materials and processing conditions. Must be willing to learn about packaging materials.
• Support packaging development, application, and integration initiatives by accurately testing and preparing beverage prototypes and submitting samples for analytical and sensory evaluation.
• Perform all on-the-job activities in a safe manner and within the context of all client safety protocols, as well as be willing to lead the safety platform.
• Develop presentations based on work.
• Take direction from multiple sources, from junior engineers to senior leaders.
• Attend business meetings and project reviews.
• Have basic knowledge of the lab environment.