Qualified candidates are expected to have industry experience and strong hands-on experience using analytical instrumentation to perform food/beverage packaging material characterization to support the business. Experience in method development and validation, skill in sample preparation in a diverse set of forms and matrices (raw materials, beverage, syrup, concentrate, packaging materials, and finished packages), as well as experience in qualitative and quantitative analyses are required. The ability to acquire new knowledge, capabilities, and skills in other areas of analytical chemistry as well as problem solving and project leadership are strongly preferred. Strong knowledge and skills in chromatography (GC, LC, IC, GPC), relevant separation and spectroscopic areas (GC/MS, LC/MSMS, ICPMS, FTIR, and UV/VIS), materials characterization (DSC, TGA, etc), the ability to acquire, establish, and apply new capabilities, and the desire and ability to collaborate and communicate across functions as well as with external entities are essential to this position.