Job Description

Dr. Schär is a global community of innovative and collaborative people, free to think outside the box and to unlock their full potential in terms of creativity, capability, and courage.

For our R&D Centre, located at AREA Science Park in Trieste, we are looking for a new colleague (f/m) for the Research & Innovation department:

Your main responsibilities:

• Execution of innovation projects in the Food Packaging sector: study of new materials and their implementation on production lines, resolution of packaging-related issues, and support in the development of new products in the field of packaging
• Research and analysis of new and innovative technologies for the production and packaging of products in the gluten-free and medical nutrition sectors
• Collaboration with the technical department in the implementation of new plants or the improvement of existing ones
• Execution of industrial trials at our production facilities or at third-party manufacturers

Your profile:

• Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering / Materials Engineering / Management Engineering
• Preferably 3–5 years of experience in the packaging sector within food companies, with knowledge of food technologies and industrial food processing plants
• Ability to work in a team, proactive mindset, motivation to achieve goals, problem-solving skills, and strong project management capabilities
• Flexibility and willingness to travel in Italy and abroad are required
• Fluent English skills; knowledge of German is considered a plus

Your benefits:

• Global Mindset: Working in an international environment
• Perfect Start: An individual "Onboarding Program" and support from your buddy
• Growth: Dr. Schär Academy with a variety of training opportunities and language programs
• Food: An in-house canteen
• Flexibility: Life-phase-oriented work with flexible working hours and smart working
• Magic Moments: Company parties, events, and gift

Are you ready to free the best in you?
The position is open to people of all genders, in accordance with the principles of equal opportunity and inclusion.