Packaging Technologist

The Company

Join a renowned Australian food company with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. They have become a household name offering a wide range of goods, beloved by consumers across Australia and beyond. With a commitment to quality ingredients and traditional recipes, they have established themselves as a leader within their food industry. Known for iconic brands and flavours, they continue to innovate while staying true to their heritage, delivering delicious treats that bring joy to millions of people worldwide.

The Role

As a Packaging Technologist within the R&D Team, you will play a pivotal role in leading and delivering packaging aspects of innovation and cost-saving projects. Reporting directly to the Senior R&D Manager, you will collaborate closely with the Meals & Beverage Business Team. Your responsibilities include developing, approving, and commercialising packaging for current and future innovations, coordinating trials, maintaining packaging systems, and partnering with vendors. You will also provide technical support for supply chain initiatives, troubleshoot manufacturing issues. Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills are essential for success in this role.

• Lead packaging aspects of innovation and cost-saving projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Develop, approve, and commercialise packaging for current and future innovations, ensuring trials are documented and systems updated.
• Support supply chain initiatives and partner with the Shepparton Plant to troubleshoot manufacturing issues and minimise production disruptions.
• Manage a team, prioritising work and projects, and ensuring accuracy and availability of packaging specifications and product information.
• Maintain a safe working environment through participation in workplace safety and provide leadership, coaching, and development opportunities to team members.

 
Skills & Experience

To excel in this role, you will need:

• Degree qualification in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or Food Science preferred.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in R&D, Food Technology, QA, or Supply Chain, particularly with thermally processed products and packaging.
• Technical proficiency in packaging technology and materials, including experience with label development software, SAP, and other systems.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety (OHS) and plant safety requirements.
• Demonstrated creativity and passion for food packaging and sustainability, with a track record of delivering valuable outcomes.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Opportunity to be part of a continually growing and expanding business
• Learning and internal development opportunities

This full-time role offers a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.

For a brief, confidential discussion about this role or your next career move, please contact Khalid Belhaj on 0411 840 *** or ******@millerleith.com.au