Global R&D Glass Packaging Development Specialist/Engineer
Mercuri Urval
- Louvain, Brabant Flamand
- CDI
- Temps-plein
- You design and deliver breakthrough glass packaging technologies by leading global projects, starting from feasibility studies through development and - later - first implementation.
- You are responsible for the overall platform tracking and monitoring, focusing on the full supply chain (glass chemistry to packaging to transport of bottles).
- You are responsible to identify, scope and verify new technologies and opportunities, and can identify partnerships and competencies need to bring innovation.
- You collaborate daily with internal and external partners, and work with many different stakeholders across the globe to bring desired results.
- You contribute actively to the ongoing research and test efforts around the lightweighting of bottles.
- You bring at least 5 years of profound professional technical expertise on glass container converting, and can explain the bottle making process in detail.
- You have in-depth understanding of chemistry and packaging design, and ideally already worked in a glass container (bottles, jars,…) manufacturing environment.
- You are certified in Design of Experiment (DOE) or 6 Sigma, or bring equivalent experience through several successful continuous improvement projects.
- You have the ability to lead and manage projects, as well as manage a project portfolio with a high level of complexity.
- You are fluent in English and able to travel up to 30% (outside of Belgium).
- You become a crucial member of the largest beverage conglomerate in the world and can directly contribute to their future success.
- You take up a pivotal role in the global organization, bringing both technical teams as well as the business managers together on your own ideas.
- You are part of a culture that cherishes and values diversity in opinions, cultures and people, and where hard work gets rewarded.
- You must relocate to Belgium for an international adventure, but in exchange receive support in your relocation and mentorship for your own professional journey.