Scientist Global Packaging Specification
McCain Foods, Appleton, WI, United States
Position Title:
Scientist Global Packaging Specification
Position Type:
Regular - Full-Time
Grade:
Grade 04
Requisition ID:
40677
About The Role Are you passionate about driving excellence in packaging specifications and ready to make a meaningful impact across McCain’s global operations? As a Global Packaging Specification Scientist at McCain Foods, you will play a pivotal role in setting standards for packaging consistency, data quality, and regulatory compliance for our renowned frozen product portfolio—including Potato, Pizza, Meals, Vegetables, and Appetizers—served in retail, QSR, and food service channels worldwide.
In this dynamic role, you will collaborate closely with regional packaging leads, Procurement, Quality, Manufacturing, and IT teams to guide, translate, and standardize specification requirements. You’ll leverage your expertise to champion system advancements, support global policy development, and inspire colleagues to explore innovative technical solutions within packaging data management. By leading the adoption of digital tools and global data standards, especially within our PLM platform, you’ll ensure packaging specifications are accurate, efficient, and ready to meet the demands of a fast‑paced, evolving industry.
If you excel at managing complex data initiatives, enjoy collaborating cross‑functionally, and are driven to deliver technical excellence in packaging specification systems, we invite you to join our Global R&D Operations team and help shape how McCain Foods manages and optimizes packaging information on a global scale.
What You’ll Be Doing Global Specification Standards
Establish Global Standards for Packaging Specifications, such as standard business processes, data rules, and governance
Establish and Maintain documentation outlining global standards, including Standard Procedures and Training Materials as they relate to Packaging
Govern changes/enhancements to global standards and system
Monitor data quality and report to regional stakeholders in driving improvement plans
User Engagement And Training
Establish a global network of Packaging Specification SMEs in order to drive standards and efficiency
Responsible for determining training gaps and establish training programs to address these gaps
Engage users
Global Project Support
Support execution of global product launches and lift & shift by ensuring efficient sharing and adoption of packaging specifications across regions
Drive system requirements, data readiness and system design for the global management of packaging specifications
IT Related Support
Provide technical documentation, report development, and enhancement support
Coordinate and execute user acceptance and regression testing utilizing ALM
Coordinate with global PLM Center of Expertise and IT to resolve system and report defects
Collaborate with IT and external groups as a technical expert and point of contact for any packaging data mapping discussions
What You’ll Need To Be Successful
Associates degree in Packaging, Science, Engineering, IT or related field
2-5 Years of R&D experience in consumer goods, preferable food
Technical knowledge in food packaging and manufacturing processes
Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and optimization
Advanced computer skills; SAP experience valued
Proven project management and influencing skills
Knowledge of sustainable packaging and APCO Guidelines
Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving abilities
Experience in fast‑paced, commercially driven environments
About The Team You’ll be joining a team that truly values performance and collaboration. We take great pride in delivering exceptional results, while fostering a supportive and enjoyable work atmosphere. Our team works hard, faces challenges together, and always makes it a priority to have fun along the way.
About McCain Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters.
Leadership principles At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.
The McCain Experience We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together.
Our purpose is grounded in building meaningful relationships. We’re big believers in the power of working together in person—it helps us stay connected, collaborate more effectively, and grow as a team. At the same time, we recognize the importance of flexibility. Most office‑based roles follow a hybrid model, with the option to work remotely two days a week. There may be exceptions depending on the role and location, so we encourage you to speak with your recruiter for more details.
Compensation Package $58,800.00 - $78,500.00 USD annually + Bonus eligibility. The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Benefits At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well‑being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well‑being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well‑being programs include vacation and holidays, company‑supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with country, provincial and state governing plans and can vary by work level, location and nature of the role. Additional benefit detail available during the application process.
McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family‑owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.
Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain’s Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy, as applicable. McCain leverages AI in the hiring process, though all final decisions are made by humans. You can understand our approach to AI and how your personal information is being handled here.
Job Family Research & Development
Location(s) US - United States of America : Wisconsin : Appleton || US - United States of America : Illinois : Oakbrook Terrace
Company McCain Foods USA, Inc.
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Scientist Global Packaging Specification
Position Type:
Regular - Full-Time
Grade:
Grade 04
Requisition ID:
40677
About The Role Are you passionate about driving excellence in packaging specifications and ready to make a meaningful impact across McCain’s global operations? As a Global Packaging Specification Scientist at McCain Foods, you will play a pivotal role in setting standards for packaging consistency, data quality, and regulatory compliance for our renowned frozen product portfolio—including Potato, Pizza, Meals, Vegetables, and Appetizers—served in retail, QSR, and food service channels worldwide.
In this dynamic role, you will collaborate closely with regional packaging leads, Procurement, Quality, Manufacturing, and IT teams to guide, translate, and standardize specification requirements. You’ll leverage your expertise to champion system advancements, support global policy development, and inspire colleagues to explore innovative technical solutions within packaging data management. By leading the adoption of digital tools and global data standards, especially within our PLM platform, you’ll ensure packaging specifications are accurate, efficient, and ready to meet the demands of a fast‑paced, evolving industry.
If you excel at managing complex data initiatives, enjoy collaborating cross‑functionally, and are driven to deliver technical excellence in packaging specification systems, we invite you to join our Global R&D Operations team and help shape how McCain Foods manages and optimizes packaging information on a global scale.
What You’ll Be Doing Global Specification Standards
Establish Global Standards for Packaging Specifications, such as standard business processes, data rules, and governance
Establish and Maintain documentation outlining global standards, including Standard Procedures and Training Materials as they relate to Packaging
Govern changes/enhancements to global standards and system
Monitor data quality and report to regional stakeholders in driving improvement plans
User Engagement And Training
Establish a global network of Packaging Specification SMEs in order to drive standards and efficiency
Responsible for determining training gaps and establish training programs to address these gaps
Engage users
Global Project Support
Support execution of global product launches and lift & shift by ensuring efficient sharing and adoption of packaging specifications across regions
Drive system requirements, data readiness and system design for the global management of packaging specifications
IT Related Support
Provide technical documentation, report development, and enhancement support
Coordinate and execute user acceptance and regression testing utilizing ALM
Coordinate with global PLM Center of Expertise and IT to resolve system and report defects
Collaborate with IT and external groups as a technical expert and point of contact for any packaging data mapping discussions
What You’ll Need To Be Successful
Associates degree in Packaging, Science, Engineering, IT or related field
2-5 Years of R&D experience in consumer goods, preferable food
Technical knowledge in food packaging and manufacturing processes
Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and optimization
Advanced computer skills; SAP experience valued
Proven project management and influencing skills
Knowledge of sustainable packaging and APCO Guidelines
Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving abilities
Experience in fast‑paced, commercially driven environments
About The Team You’ll be joining a team that truly values performance and collaboration. We take great pride in delivering exceptional results, while fostering a supportive and enjoyable work atmosphere. Our team works hard, faces challenges together, and always makes it a priority to have fun along the way.
About McCain Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters.
Leadership principles At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.
The McCain Experience We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together.
Our purpose is grounded in building meaningful relationships. We’re big believers in the power of working together in person—it helps us stay connected, collaborate more effectively, and grow as a team. At the same time, we recognize the importance of flexibility. Most office‑based roles follow a hybrid model, with the option to work remotely two days a week. There may be exceptions depending on the role and location, so we encourage you to speak with your recruiter for more details.
Compensation Package $58,800.00 - $78,500.00 USD annually + Bonus eligibility. The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Benefits At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well‑being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well‑being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well‑being programs include vacation and holidays, company‑supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with country, provincial and state governing plans and can vary by work level, location and nature of the role. Additional benefit detail available during the application process.
McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family‑owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.
Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain’s Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy, as applicable. McCain leverages AI in the hiring process, though all final decisions are made by humans. You can understand our approach to AI and how your personal information is being handled here.
Job Family Research & Development
Location(s) US - United States of America : Wisconsin : Appleton || US - United States of America : Illinois : Oakbrook Terrace
Company McCain Foods USA, Inc.
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