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Function: R&D PC Assistant
Reports to: R&D PC Lead
Scope: Local
Location: Cuernavaca
Terms & Conditions: Full time position
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JOB PURPOSE
Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world.
This role will operationally drive and lead the implementation of innovation & non-innovation projects for PC business. Lead R&D activities for packaging and could also lead other activities related to whole R&D product development. Therefore, flexibility and versatility are also requirements in the position.
The position is based in Mexico with a regional scope and will support and lead projects mainlyfor Mexico.
WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE
Preparation
Drive packaging actions to deliver OTIF innovation portfolio, margin improvement and simplification projects.
Project Networking and follow up with Global & Regional Team
Direct contact with Supply Chain for a properproject deployment.
Coordinate and support tests in the factory, includes pack trials.
Manage primary and secondary packaging specifications, pallet pattern and any packaging tests.
Perform and evaluate stability and compatibility tests.
Run Packaging materials validation tests (i.e.Moulds components, labels, etc)
Run full product distribution tests (i.e. Transit test, Drop test, etc)
Specification creation for Packaging.
Artwork Approval
Experiences & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering pref. Chemical or Industrial.
Proven experience in similar position or in packaging or formula development
Minimum 1 year in mass consumer good manufacturing company (or similar) in related positions as R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, Procurement, Planning.
Skills
Project & Risk Management.
Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and concise information real-time.
Strong problem-solving abilities and a customer-centric mindset.
Multi Skills Packaging and formulation.
Good interpersonal communication.
Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to quality and adherence to defined SLA
Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across various hubs/locations.
Ability to navigate new technologies.
Business results oriented.
Leadership
You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.
As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.
Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors
- Focus on whatcounts
- Stay three steps ahead
- Deliver with excellence
ARE YOU INTERESTED?
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Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicates from all walks of life!This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.
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