R&D Chemist - Packaging Adhesives

R&D Chemist – Packaging Adhesives

About the Company
Our client is a global leader in sustainable packaging, developing innovative materials and adhesive solutions used in food and consumer packaging worldwide. The company is known for combining technical rigor with a strong commitment to environmental responsibility.

Position Overview

This role is responsible for developing and commercializing packaging adhesive products, from early-stage concept through pilot testing and product transfer. The position plays a key role in supporting innovation, supplier qualification, and continuous improvement of existing adhesive technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead new packaging adhesive development projects from ideation through scale-up and product transfer
• Design, plan, and execute lab, test, and pilot trials for coatings and adhesive formulations
• Evaluate, qualify, and support selection of raw materials and supplier partners
• Support cost reduction and quality improvement initiatives for existing products
• Conduct root cause analysis and troubleshooting related to product performance or quality issues
• Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, or a closely related discipline
• 4+ years of hands-on experience in adhesive formulation and development
• Experience with water-based adhesives, ideally in food packaging or paperboard applications
• Strong experimental design, testing, and data analysis skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative R&D and manufacturing environment