Opportunity currently exists for a Packaging Technologist to join Applications team based in our Campbellfield Factory. In this full-time permanent role, the Packaging Technologist will act as the key point of contact between marketing team and the factory to develop and progress new products / packaging and cost optimisation projects to commercialisation stage in accordance with the strategic marketing plan. Also ensuring that Nestlé standards and procedures are maintained in respect to quality, safety, competitiveness, and profitability.
A day in the life…
Reporting to the Applications Group Manager, key responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Work closely with other departments as part of the team assigned to the conception, development and launch of new products on time & to agreed COGS.
- Train and Develop staff and lead project teams as required.
- Create and develop new packaging for products in line with Marketing briefs.
- Sourcing of new and evaluation of current packaging materials in light of new trends, developments in materials and environmental benefits.
- Identify and follow through with cost saving projects.
- Provide technical advice and support on packaging materials, machines and graphics.
- Liaise with Suppliers, Art House, Marketing, Purchasing, Production and Engineering on packaging and EAN barcoding matters.
- Development and maintenance of Packaging Material Specifications & Technical Drawings for the development of Artwork.
- Development and maintenance of recipes in GREAT.
- Maintenance and creation of New Materials, Configurations, Specifications and Bills of Material within SAP (including issue of new item numbers).
- Checking and approving of technical aspects of artwork as part of artwork approval system.
- Work with QA and Corporate Packaging in reducing Quality Complaints.
- Be familiar with Australian Food Legislation & Trade Practice Regulations
What will make you successful
- Joining a collaborative team of specialists, you will be a strong team player with a drive to deliver quality outcomes with efficiency and with a passion for continuous process improvement.
- Enjoy working within cross-functional teams in a dynamic work environment.
- Tertiary Qualified in Food Science / Technology / Packaging / BSc Material Science.
- 2 + years’ experience in Food Manufacturing Industry in Packaging Tertiary qualified in Food Technology, Engineering or related field – preferred.
- Previous experience and familiarity working with SAP preferred.
- A working understanding of Australian Food Regulations is beneficial.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and have Permanent Residency.
COVID-19 VACCINATION: COVID-19 vaccination is required to perform this role, based on the Public Health Orders applicable to the state of Victoria. You will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination or medical exemption as part of our recruitment process.