Position Snapshot

• Location: Nestlé Research, Lausanne, Switzerland
• Company: Société des Produits Nestlé S.A.
• Act. Rate: Full-Time, 100%
• Type of contract: Permanent contract
• PhD in Packaging Technology/Paper Technology/Science/Engineering or related subject

Genuine opportunities for career and personal development

Modern “smart office” locations providing agile & collaborative workspaces

Dynamic international working environment

Attractive additional benefits

Position summary

Nestlé Research is based in Lausanne, Switzerland, employs approximately 800 people and is comprised of four Nestlé Institutes: Material Sciences, Health Sciences, Food Safety & Analytical Sciences and Packaging Sciences. Please have a tour of our facilities using this link or read more about Nestlé Research at our website

As Senior Packaging Paper Specialist, you will deliver packaging solutions, which fit to strategic objectives of company, specifically on the reducing environmental impacts and food waste, improving end-of-life scenario, and consumer functionality.

Senior candidates with clear leadership profile will also be considered for the position of the Head of the Packaging Department within the Packaging Institute.

We offer a dynamic, inclusive, and international working environment with many opportunities across different companies, functions, and regions. Don’t miss the opportunity to join us and work with different teams in an agile and diverse context.

A Day in the Life of a Senior Packaging Paper Specialist

• Develop and Deliver fiber-based solutions on time
• Define and provide input to technology roadmap and in the 5G I&R pipelines
• Capture state-of-the-art technologies and materials. Develop external collaborations, build and maintain relationships with key partners and suppliers
• Ensure mastery of core technologies, proactively deploy expert knowledge in R&D project
• Provide effective and sustainable packaging solutions using Best-In-Class standards and specifications
• Lead competence development in the field of expertise through training and/or mentoring
• Actively participate in Expert Networks

What will make you successful

• PhD in Packaging Technology/Paper Technology/Science/Engineering or related subject
• High knowledge in the area of responsibility: Fiber-based packaging, paper converting, barrier technologies, recyclability
• Externally recognized expertise
• Industry experience within fiber-based packaging/pulp and paper industry
• Excellent communication skills in English (written/oral)

Deadline

The position deadline is October 30, 2021. The applications received after this date will also be considered until the position is filled.

The Nestlé Group is the world’s largest food and beverage company with 92.6 billion Swiss Francs in sales in 2019. It is present in 187 countries around the world, has 403 factories and its 291’000 employees are committed to Nestlé’s purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Nestlé offers a wide portfolio of products and services for people and their pets throughout their lives. Its more than 2000 brands range from global icons like Nescafé or Nespresso to local favourites. Company performance is driven by its Nutrition, Health and Wellness strategy. Nestlé is based in the Swiss town of Vevey where it was founded more than 150 years ago. Learn more about our Group and reasons to join us on [www.nestle.com].

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