Packaging Technologist

at  Patties Foods Pty Ltd

• Full time/ position based at our Osborne Park Office
• Newly created Role
• Play a key role to coordinate launch of products to market.

THE ROLE

Our Marketing & Growth Team is looking for a Packaging Technologist to collaborate with cross- functional teams to design, develop and optimize packaging solutions to meet our corporate strategy and goals.

As a Packaging Technologist, you will be:

• Working closely with colleagues across several departments, to define suitable packaging materials using both the P.R.E.P. and S.P.G. Tools.
• Leading and executing Packaging NPD and Optimisation Projects (inc. artwork approval) for branded and own-label products, liaise with Suppliers, and manage packaging specifications.
• Investigating and implementing cost reduction and continuous improvement projects.
• Developing opportunities to reduce supplier input costs without compromising on levels of performance, safety, service, and growth targets.
• Developing and managing good working relationships within a broad geographic manufacturing and diverse supplier base, support VA / QA in investigating packaging related complaints and non-conformances.

To be successful in the role you will:

• Have Degree/diploma in Packaging Technology / Food Technology / Food Engineering, or similar.
• Have a high level of cross functional, with significant factory-floor (on the job), experience.
• Demonstrates Patties Values and behaviours.
• Be a proactive problem solver and diligent communicator.
• Have presence, credibility, self-confidence to make an immediately strong impact.
• An adaptable working style, strong time management skills and the willingness to contribute to a high performing team is crucial.
• To join our team, you will have an irresistible attitude and mindset with a collaborative approach to hitting key business objectives