R&D Specialist - Louveira
Key details
- Location
- Louveira, Brazil
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Senior
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 5–8 yrs
- Function
- Operations & Strategy
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- Yesterday
Skills
customer serviceerpmicrosoft officeportugueseproduct managementproject managementroot cause analysis
About the role
Build your Career with an Industry Leader
As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a century of printing experience, MCC is focused on the future by developing consumer-driven innovations and sustainable packaging solutions. Working for our team, you can truly make a difference.
R&D Specialist (Research & Development Specialist)
Department: Product Development & EngineeringReports To: Product Development & Engineering ManagerLocation: Louveira, SP BrazilPosition Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
The R&D Specialist will serve as the organization's primary technical expert for self-adhesive materials, lamination technologies, and coating applications. This position is responsible for leading technical development, material validation, product optimization, and innovation initiatives across paper, film, and pressure-sensitive label applications.
Working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Commercial, and Engineering teams, the R&D Specialist will provide technical leadership and act as the key internal reference for raw material technologies, converting processes, and product performance. This role complements the expertise of the Senior Flexographic Engineer by bringing deep knowledge of laminates, adhesives, coatings, substrates, and application processes.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Innovation
Serve as the primary internal technical reference for self-adhesive materials, lamination technologies, coating systems, and substrate performance.
Lead research, development, and qualification of new materials, products, and technologies.
Evaluate emerging market trends, supplier innovations, and industry developments to maintain a competitive product portfolio.
Support technology roadmaps and innovation projects aligned with business objectives.
Raw Material Development & Validation
Lead technical assessment, specification development, and qualification of paper, film, adhesive, liner, coating, and laminate materials.
Define and maintain material specifications, testing protocols, and validation requirements.
Collaborate with suppliers to evaluate new raw materials and drive continuous product improvements.
Investigate material-related performance issues and implement corrective actions.
Lamination & Coating Technologies
Provide subject matter expertise in lamination, coating, and converting processes.
Optimize product performance through process and material enhancements.
Support scale-up activities from laboratory development through commercial production.
Assist manufacturing teams in troubleshooting technical and quality issues related to laminates, coatings, substrates, and adhesives.
Product Development & Customer Support
Lead product development projects from concept through commercialization.
Partner with Sales and Customer Service teams to address customer technical requirements and application challenges.
Participate in customer visits and technical presentations when required.
Support root cause analysis and resolution of product performance issues.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, Operations, and Commercial teams to ensure successful product implementation.
Serve as a technical advisor for strategic projects and customer opportunities.
Provide technical training to internal teams regarding materials, applications, and processing technologies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Product Development, Packaging Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Graphic Arts, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience managing product development, innovation, or R&D projects within a manufacturing environment.
Proven experience leading cross-functional project teams.
Strong understanding of product development processes, project management methodologies, and industrial manufacturing operations.
Technical Skills
Experience with Protheus ERP.
Experience with Intranet business systems.
Experience with i4S or similar manufacturing management systems.
Knowledge of Stage-Gate project management methodologies.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Language Requirements
Fluent English (written and spoken) is required.
Portuguese required.
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As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a century of printing experience, MCC is focused on the future by developing consumer-driven innovations and sustainable packaging solutions. Working for our team, you can truly make a difference.
R&D Specialist (Research & Development Specialist)
Department: Product Development & EngineeringReports To: Product Development & Engineering ManagerLocation: Louveira, SP BrazilPosition Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
The R&D Specialist will serve as the organization's primary technical expert for self-adhesive materials, lamination technologies, and coating applications. This position is responsible for leading technical development, material validation, product optimization, and innovation initiatives across paper, film, and pressure-sensitive label applications.
Working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Commercial, and Engineering teams, the R&D Specialist will provide technical leadership and act as the key internal reference for raw material technologies, converting processes, and product performance. This role complements the expertise of the Senior Flexographic Engineer by bringing deep knowledge of laminates, adhesives, coatings, substrates, and application processes.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Innovation
Serve as the primary internal technical reference for self-adhesive materials, lamination technologies, coating systems, and substrate performance.
Lead research, development, and qualification of new materials, products, and technologies.
Evaluate emerging market trends, supplier innovations, and industry developments to maintain a competitive product portfolio.
Support technology roadmaps and innovation projects aligned with business objectives.
Raw Material Development & Validation
Lead technical assessment, specification development, and qualification of paper, film, adhesive, liner, coating, and laminate materials.
Define and maintain material specifications, testing protocols, and validation requirements.
Collaborate with suppliers to evaluate new raw materials and drive continuous product improvements.
Investigate material-related performance issues and implement corrective actions.
Lamination & Coating Technologies
Provide subject matter expertise in lamination, coating, and converting processes.
Optimize product performance through process and material enhancements.
Support scale-up activities from laboratory development through commercial production.
Assist manufacturing teams in troubleshooting technical and quality issues related to laminates, coatings, substrates, and adhesives.
Product Development & Customer Support
Lead product development projects from concept through commercialization.
Partner with Sales and Customer Service teams to address customer technical requirements and application challenges.
Participate in customer visits and technical presentations when required.
Support root cause analysis and resolution of product performance issues.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, Operations, and Commercial teams to ensure successful product implementation.
Serve as a technical advisor for strategic projects and customer opportunities.
Provide technical training to internal teams regarding materials, applications, and processing technologies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Product Development, Packaging Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Graphic Arts, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience managing product development, innovation, or R&D projects within a manufacturing environment.
Proven experience leading cross-functional project teams.
Strong understanding of product development processes, project management methodologies, and industrial manufacturing operations.
Technical Skills
Experience with Protheus ERP.
Experience with Intranet business systems.
Experience with i4S or similar manufacturing management systems.
Knowledge of Stage-Gate project management methodologies.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Language Requirements
Fluent English (written and spoken) is required.
Portuguese required.
#APPCAST
#LI-SV1
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