Factory Innovation Technologist - Packaging (f/m/x)

in Mars Wrigley, R&D Department

Location: Janaszówek near Sochaczew

The role requires close collaboration and stakeholder management with key partners within R&D, Supply and Commercial, to ensure optimal project execution, risk management and timely delivery. As a member of the regional Factory Innovation team, the job holder is expected to be able to lead and direct R&D project teams in support of big scale change projects, lead activities to optimize the efficiency and effectiveness of FI function.

What would be your key responsibilities?

• Acting as the R&D Technical Project Lead for complex process change projects.

• Serving as the main point of contact for Packaging and Product Developers during the design, development, and implementation of new packs, products, recipes, and process technologies.

• Utilizing Six Sigma tools and problem-solving methodologies to evaluate and assess risks and translating them into full-scale production changes.

• Developing process specifications for planned changes and working with engineering teams to ensure they are updated and sufficient.

• Coordinating and executing line trials, validation, and start-up plans for implemented changes.

• Leading the handover process for packs, ensuring optimal delivery of product quality.

• This role is essential in driving innovation and continuous improvement within our factories.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a closely related scientific or technical disciplines with relevant professional internship and 3+ years’ experience in a closely related industry, preferred.

• Alternatively, 5+ years demonstrated success in relevant manufacturing / quality experience.

• Preferred experience in food packaging and/or processing, with an understanding of processes and machine operation.

• Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.

• Demonstrated success influencing and leading others.

• Track record of delivery of complex change projects.

• Strong stakeholder management skills.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Contract of employment.

• Attractive financial conditions with Business Bonus and Christmas Bonus.

• We will also look after your safety and well-being by offering you rich benefits package including life insurance, private medical care, Employee Assistance Program fully covered by Mars, MultiBenefit Program.

• Subsidized meals.

• Extra savings scheme to support You in long perspective.

• Support in career building through personalized development plans.

• On-site shop with attractive discounts on our products that Your family and friend are going to love.

• Possibility to participate in volunteering initiatives during working hours.

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.