Job title: Junior Packaging Engineer 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 currently 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. In addition, you will be responsible for projects aimed at improving the design and performance of our existing packaging portfolio, and to ensure that opportunities to optimise costs are identified and realised. You will also work with the rest of the Packaging team to deliver the packaging solutions to achieve sustainability goals. The role is responsible for: * 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. * Creating packaging prototypes and ensuring successful line trials at the business, co-packer and co-manufacturing sites, ensuring the relevant documentation is produced and results are accurately recorded * Creating packaging designs and specifications that deliver the desirable KQA’s via robust risk management and the delivery of shopper, customer, and supply chain requirements * Working with cross-functional teams to deliver Desirable, Viable, Feasible and Sustainable innovation, leading a small portfolio of projects simultaneously Requirements for this position: * 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 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