R&D Packaging Technologist

R&D Packaging Technologist focuses on supporting the development of new packaging materialsand formats along with the continuous improvement in packaging materials acrossthe portfolio.

What the role involves

• Supporting the development of new packaging materialsand formats along with the continuous improvement in packaging materials acrossthe portfolio.
• Act as the packaging specialist on NPD, EPD& RD project teams as required.
• Work with R&D and Ops/Engineering tounderstand material/packaging performance in Operations.
• Support Operations Production withpackaging issues on the lines.
• Coordinate trials including trialpaperwork generation, management of paperwork and being present at arrangedtrials as part of continuous improvement of existing packaging.
• To agreetrial materials and dates with suppliers and internally for trials to hitdeadlines.

Skills and requirements

• Technicalexpertise in cartons, flexibles, corrugated and print processes.
• Technicallyqualified in Packaging or have a scientific studies background.
• Strong writtenand verbal communication skills across all levels internally and externally.
• Ensure that areas arecovered when team members are away.