The Company
This global FMCG business manufactures a large portfolio of iconic grocery brands. They have an outstanding culture and have been awarded as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for 5 years running. 

This role will be a 12 months fixed term contract and based in their plant in west Sydney. 

 
The Role

As the Associate Packaging Engineer, you will be actively involved in packaging development to support the businesses’ growth and success through marketing strategy. This new role reports to the R&D Manager. In this role you will be required to support the coordination and successful delivery of packaging projects from idea generation to launch. 

Your key responsibilities include but will not be limited to:

• Working across two major brands to validate and approve all packaging used on site 
• Ensure packaging materials meets consumer, customer, manufacturing, and business needs
• Apply packaging development principles to unlock innovative pack design and supportthe execution of packaging projects from concept-to-launch
• Develop and implement packaging specifications that meet food contact and recycling certification
• Execute projects in a timely manner to drive innovation
• Liaise with various stakeholders to drive performance, evaluate new technologies and identify cost saving opportunities
• Conduct and coordinate functional testing including plant trials, lab testing, transportation tests, shelf-life studies including analysis of data, results and follow up recommendations and action plans
• Collaborate with packaging suppliers to build technical relationships and partnership opportunities to generate value for the business

Your Background

To be successful in this role, you will have;

• Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering, Packaging Science, Food Science or Packaging Diploma, degree or equivalent
• Food manufacturing experience 
• Understanding of APCO/ARL guideline
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated skills in managing numerous projects concurrently and adaptability
• Results and detail focused

What’s On Offer?

• Working for a highly successful organisation that will have a positive impact on your career
• Half day Friday!
• Fully equipped gym and on-site masseuse
• An inclusive and award winning workplace
• Competitive salary package

 
If you would like to discuss this opportunity further you can contact Katie Shutt at Blackbook Executive on 0484512649.