Associate R&D Packaging Engineer I

Requisition ID: 30072 

A Career in Beer and Beyond: 

Our purpose at Molson Coors Beverage Company is to brew beverages that unite people to celebrate all life’s moments.  We’ve been brewing iconic brands for over 350 years and are now proud to be offering a modern portfolio that expands beyond the beer aisle.   

We are Talent Brewers with our culture rooted in our core Values.  We believe in our brands and our people, and that diversity WITH inclusion is the key to a winning team culture.  We want you to join our team of brand ambassadors who believe the world is full of untapped opportunities.  So, if you get excited about making a real difference as part of a winning team like we do, we want to hear from you.   

The Headlines:  

In the role of Associate Research & Development (R&D) Packaging Engineer I, working in Milwaukee, WI you will work with cross functional teams to execute new packaging projects for current and new brand opportunities.  Using subject matter knowledge on packaging, you will deliver innovations, renovation opportunities, and process optimization initiatives for the business.  
 
This position reports to the Sr. R&D Packaging Manager, and works closely with other internal partners including Quality, Innovation, Supply Chain Excellence, and Procurement.

The Responsibilities: 
•    Integrates knowledge of packaging materials and equipment interaction in support of successful and effective technical solutions.
•    Works within a defined project management stage gate process through concept/feasibility/development stages and supports preparation of robust business cases and implementation plans. 
•    Contributes subject matter expert on a defined innovation platform by keeping up to speed on industry developments  and communicating to the regional R&D team, therefore feeding ideas and best practices into the innovation funnel
•    Supports the Operations brewing network on process, quality, and efficiency areas and troubleshooting as required.

The Other Qualifications: 
•    You will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Packaging or related field or equivalent experience
•    You will have  5+ years of experience in packaging or associated consumer goods industry
•    Advanced degree in Packaging is preferred.
•    You love a challenge. You complete complex projects quickly and adeptly with your understanding of the business priorities.  You act with appropriate urgency to various market events and trends that require a quick turnaround in plans and strategy  
•   You are confident and competent. You are diplomatic, professional and exercise great judgment in developing and maintaining excellent business relationships within the business

• You build relationships and collaborate to get to the desired outcome  
• You take accountability for results – acting with integrity and honoring commitments  
• You have a thirst for learning – you are always looking for ways to learn and help one another grow  

• You exhibit our core values

 Work Perks that You Need to Know About:  

• Flexible work programs that support work life balance including a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office
• We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities  

• We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are 
• Engagement with a variety of Employee Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization 
• Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities

• Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, a retirement savings plan with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources
• On site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages! 
• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences  

At Molson Coors we seek diversity. Differing perspectives lead to challenging the expected, which keeps new ideas bubbling up. We’re an equal opportunity employer and invite applications from candidates from all backgrounds, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic. We take pride in celebrating our unique brew.

Should you need accommodation due to disability [or any other protected status] during the recruitment process, please contact Accessibility@molsoncoors.com.