Application Expert
Pubblicato il 15-10-2026 - Industria dell'imballaggio in Milano
As part of the EMEA R&D; team, the Application Specialist supports the development and validation of innovative packaging solutions, focusing on how materials perform with customer equipment and products. The Application Expert works closely with the R&D; Process and Analytical teams and other technical functions to support testing, product evaluations, and trials, and helps prepare and execute test plans, fitness-for-use assessments, and technical evaluations under senior guidance.
You support the development, design, and execution of trials to validate the performance and reliability of packaging materials, equipment, and their interactions.
You help generate high-quality test results and technical documentation to support data-driven decisions.
You contribute ideas for improving existing product lines and supporting the development of new products, based on an understanding of materials, equipment, and customer operations.
You support the market introduction of newly released systems through field monitoring, data collection, and technical follow-up.
You contribute to projects related to supply chain improvements, manufacturing processes, and raw materials by helping assess the impact of changes on material performance.
You collaborate with sustainability experts to support the design of products aligned with upcoming PPWR regulatory requirements.
You are willing to learn, develop technical expertise, and grow within the R&D; organization while contributing to cross-functional projects.
Qualifications
University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Packaging Engineering/Science, Food/Meat Science, or a related technical field. Previous experience or internship exposure in packaging, equipment, automation, materials, or a related industrial environment is preferred.
0–2 years of experience in a packaging, technical, engineering, R&D;, quality, or manufacturing-related role. Candidates with relevant academic projects, internships, or early-career e