Overview
Location: Hybrid based from the Slough office ⅔ days per week. Contract Length: 6 months (potential to extend). Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services are recruiting for a Junior Packaging Engineer, on behalf of a well known company in the FMCG (food) sector.
Job Role
The purpose of the job is to deliver new packaging design and development projects, from concept through to implementation in our factory network and beyond. You will also work on projects to improve the design and performance of the existing packaging portfolio and identify opportunities to optimise costs. You will collaborate with the Packaging team to deliver packaging solutions that meet sustainability goals.
Responsibilities
* Owns the technical packaging development for a variety of projects across one or more product categories to support growth, value leadership, supply security or sustainability.
* Create packaging prototypes and ensure successful line trials at the business, co-packer and co-manufacturing sites, with relevant documentation produced and results recorded.
* Create packaging designs and specifications that deliver the desired KQA’s via robust risk management and meeting shopper, customer, and supply chain requirements.
* Work with cross-functional teams to deliver Desirable, Viable, Feasible and Sustainable innovation, leading a small portfolio of projects simultaneously.
Requirements
* Degree level qualification in a relevant technical discipline (Packaging, Engineering sciences etc); OR relevant prior technical experience; Packaging diploma/degree desirable but not essential
* Demonstrated knowledge of packaging materials, including flexibles, rigid plastic, cartons, and cases
* Understanding of packaging sciences, packaging development, packaging legislation, food processing and production
* Good command of the English language
Equal Opportunity
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. While the hiring process may not be expedited, we urge all interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to ensure their consideration.
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Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Manufacturing and Design
Industries
* Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
* Food and Beverage Services
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