Senior Scientist for Regenerative Packaging

Pakka is seeking a Senior Scientist for Regenerative Packaging in Portland, OR. The role involves developing coating formulations for paper-based packaging, leading pilot-scale prototyping, conducting laboratory experiments, and testing materials for mechanical, thermal, and barrier properties. This is a full-time position with no degree requirement mentioned.
Responsibilities
• Develop commercially viable coating formulations for paper-based packaging products.
• Lead hands-on coating formulations development and provide scientific rigor for pilot-scale prototyping, customer trials, and commercial specification.
• Perform laboratory experiments to prove the rigors of development and use the information to support customer engagement.
• Work on lab, bench, and pilot scale materials development and testing, including mechanical, thermal, and barrier properties under scalable process.